06th January, 2026
Are you a dedicated Care Manager with a passion for leading care teams and supporting older Australians to live with dignity and grace? Tenterfield Care, part of the Apollo Care Alliance, is seeking a compassionate and experienced Care Manager to join our team.
About the Role: As Care Manager, you will play a key leadership role in ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, resident-centred care. Reporting to the Residential Service Manager, you will guide and support our registered Nurses and care team, ensuring compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards and Apollo Care's model of care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and support our Registered Nurses and care team to deliver holistic, person-centred care.
- Oversee care planning, clinical governance, and resident assessments.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including the Aged Care Act 1997.
- Promote resident choice, family engagement, and a strong sense of home.
- Drive continuous improvement in quality, safety, and resident experience.
Who we are: Tenterfield Care Centre is proudly part of the Apollo Care Alliance, dedicated to providing the highest quality residential aged care in a homely environment. Our mission is to enable each resident to live their best life with dignity and grace, empowering our employees with the necessary resources and support.
Haddington and Millrace are welcoming country-style communities where we support each resident to maintain their interests, familiar routines and connections to the people and places they love.
About You: - Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
- Minimum 3 years' experience as a Clinical Nurse, Care Coordinator, or Care Manager (with at least 1 year in aged care).
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent knowledge of the Aged Care Quality Standards and clinical governance.
- A genuine commitment to supporting residents to live their way with dignity and grace.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Compassionate and Empathetic nature
What's in it for you? - Competitive Compensation: A competitive Salary of up to $135k (based on exp), 12% Super, and Leave Loading.
- Not for Profit Salary Packaging: Options of up to $15,900 Tax-Free + Meals & Entertainment - https://nationalsalarypackaging.com.au/
- Care Friends- Care Friends: Refer friends, earn points, and turn them into cash. It's our way of saying thank you for bringing great people on board!
- Sponsorship: 2 year Skills in Demand 482 visa opportunity for the right candidate!
- Employee Support: An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family. With 24/7 access to a range of benefits with TELUS Health
- Career Development: Nurture your professional growth through Onsite & Online professional development programs, providing pathways for advancement within our organization
- Award-Winning Culture: Be part of a team that values excellence and is recognized for its award-winning culture program
PresCare: At Tenterfield, our mission is to provide the highest quality residential aged care in environments that embody the essence of home. You will experience charm, history, and the warmth of Tenterfield—it's more than a place; it's an invitation to create your own remarkable story!
Interested? We would love to hear from you!
Click Apply Now and include your resume and cover letter, demonstrating your suitability against the above selection criteria.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and we reserve the right to close this vacancy once an offer of employment has been accepted. Employment Details: - Employment type: Permanent
- Hours: Full-time - 76 hours per fortnight
- Salary Range: $90,000 to $135,000 based on experience + Super + NFP salary packaging + allowances
- Location: Tenterfield Care, Tenterfield NSW 2372
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