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Lead Clinically. Inspire Your Team. Make a Difference Every Day.

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse who is ready to step into a clinical leadership role where your skills, judgement and passion for person-centred care can truly make an impact?

Mayflower Brighton is seeking a dedicated and clinically strong Clinical Team Leader to lead our nursing and care team within an allocated area of our residential aged care facility. This is a role for someone who loves clinical work, thrives on leading a team and is committed to delivering exceptional, individualised care for every resident in their area.

Working at Mayflower

At Mayflower, we believe that needing support shouldn't limit a person's quality of life.

As a not-for-profit aged care provider with more than 60 years of experience, we are committed to delivering Care without Compromise. Mayflower Brighton is a respected and well-established residential aged care facility where our team is genuinely valued, supported and empowered to do their best work every day.

About the Role

Reporting to the Care Manager, the Clinical Team Leader is responsible for the overall delivery of clinical services and management of clinical resources — including Registered Nurses, Endorsed Enrolled Nurses and Personal Care Assistants — within an allocated area of the facility.

You will lead the clinical care of residents with a person-centred approach, oversee assessments and care plans, manage medication administration, coordinate admissions and discharges, and provide clinical oversight and mentoring to your team. You will work closely with residents, families, allied health professionals and the broader care team to ensure every resident receives safe, effective and meaningful care.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

•     Assess and monitor the care needs ofresidents, developing and implementing detailed assessments, care plans andassociated programs

•     Complete technical nursing care within scopeof practice for residents within your allocated area

•     Ensure medications are managed in accordancewith policies, procedures and protocols — zero errors

•     Review assessments, care plans and AN-ACC funding documentation

•     Manage resident admissions and discharges within your allocated area

Team Leadership

•     Lead, manage and develop a team of RNs, ENs and PCAs — including scheduling, performance management and training needs identification

•     Orientate and support new team members

•     Foster a positive, inclusive and energisedteam culture

•     Ensure effective allocation and distributionof EN and PCA staff across shifts

Compliance & Reporting

•     Conduct audits and complete reporting asdirected; ensure all documentation reflects individualised care delivered

•     Review and action incident reports; escalateserious concerns promptly

•     Operate in accordance with Aged Care QualityStandards, legislative requirements and Mayflower policies

About You

You are a clinically confident andpeople-focused Registered Nurse who takes pride in both the quality of care youdeliver and the team you lead.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

•     Current AHPRA registration as a RegisteredNurse Division 1 (mandatory)

•     Minimum 2 years' experience in a similarclinical leadership role within aged care or a related health service

•     Demonstrated experience managing anddeveloping a team of clinicians

•     Sound knowledge and application of aperson-centred model of care

•     Strong understanding of Aged Care QualityStandards and relevant legislation

•     Excellent written and verbal communicationskills and computer literacy

Why Join Mayflower Brighton?

•     A well-established, respected residential agedcare facility with a strong clinical team and culture

•     Work for a not-for-profit organisationcommitted to Care without Compromise

•     Salary packaging benefits available —significantly increases your take-home pay as an NFP employee

•     Supportive Care Manager and leadership teaminvested in your development

•     Ongoing professional development and careergrowth opportunities

•     Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Apply Now

If you are a passionate and experiencedRegistered Nurse ready to lead a clinical team and make a genuine difference inthe lives of older Australians, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to recruitment@mayflower.org.au

Applications close: 10 August 2026

Mayflower is committed to providing a safe, inclusiveand welcoming workplace and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

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Quality and Capability Manager

Lead Quality. Drive Improvement. Shape the Future of Aged Care.

Are you an experienced Quality and Capability professional who is passionate about improving care outcomes and driving organisational excellence?

Mayflower is seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking Quality and Capability Manager to lead and provide strategic and operational leadership for Mayflower's Quality Assurance, Clinical Governance, Workforce Capability, Learning & Development, Continuous Improvement and Regulatory Compliance programs across Residential Aged Care and Corporate Services.

This is more than a Quality and Capability Leadership role – it’s an opportunity to influence organisational strategy, strengthen governance frameworks and help ensure older people receive safe, effective and person-centred care.

Working at Mayflower

At Mayflower, we believe that needing support shouldn’t limit a person’s quality of life.

As a trusted not-for-profit aged care provider, we are committed to delivering Care without Compromise. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, and we pride ourselves on creating a supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected and empowered to make a difference.

About the Role

Reporting to the Executive General Manager Quality & Safety, the Quality and Capability Manager is responsible for leading organisational quality systems, clinical governance, education and workforce capability frameworks, accreditation readiness, regulatory compliance, continuous improvement and governance reporting.

Working closely with operational leaders, you will drive audit and accreditation readiness, oversee incident and complaints governance, coordinate quality reporting, and support the implementation of the Aged Care Act 2024 and the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards. You will play a pivotal role in embedding a culture of quality, safety, leading the development and ongoing maturity of Mayflower Academy, establishing a contemporary organisational learning culture that promotes workforce capability, accountability and continuous improvement across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Mayflower’s quality assurance, governance and continuous improvement programs.
• Coordinate internal audits, accreditation readiness and regulatory compliance activities.
• Oversee incident, complaints and risk management systems, identifying trends and driving improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and present quality, risk and governance reports to Executive, Board Committees and organisational leaders.
• Provide expert advice and support to operational leaders on quality, compliance and clinical governance matters.
• Support the implementation of the Clinical Governance Framework and Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
• Ensure mandatory education programs meet legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain organisational compliance with mandatory training obligations.
• Develop mitigation strategies through targeted education.
• Monitor competency-related organisational risks.
• Build capability across the organisation by fostering a culture of learning, accountability and continuous improvement.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Postgraduate qualification in Quality, Clinical Governance, Health Management, Leadership, Education or a related discipline.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) or equivalent adult education qualification.
• Demonstrated experience in quality, governance, accreditation or clinical risk management within aged care or a related healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Aged Care Quality Standards and contemporary clinical governance principles.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build positive working relationships.
• Experience leading audits, quality improvement initiatives and regulatory compliance programs.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience developing and managing Learning Management Systems (LMS), organisational learning frameworks and contemporary eLearning solutions.
• Exceptional leadership, coaching and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence leaders and build a culture of accountability, continuous learning and quality improvement.

Why Join Mayflower?

• Work for a respected not-for-profit organisation committed to excellence in care.
• Salary packaging benefits available.
• Make a meaningful impact on the quality and safety of services delivered to older Australians.
• Collaborate with executive and operational leaders to shape strategic quality initiatives.
• Access ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Apply Now

If you are passionate about quality, governance and improving outcomes for older people, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to ••••@mayflower.org.au

Applications close: July 31 2026

Mayflower is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and welcoming workplace and encourages applications from people of diverse backgrounds.

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Are you an experienced HR professional who thrives on building genuine partnerships with leaders, solving complex people challenges and making a tangible difference to workplace culture?

Mayflower is seeking a skilled and credible People Business Partner to join our People team. This is a hands-on, site-facing role where you will be the critical link between our People strategy and the operational reality of running some of Melbourne's best-regarded residential aged care and lifestyle services. Our sites are across Brighton East, Pascoe Vale and Reservoir.

If you love being out of the office and on the floor, coaching managers through complex situations, resolving workplace issues with confidence and care, and contributing to a culture where people genuinely feel supported — this is the role for you.

Working at Mayflower

At Mayflower, we believe that needing support shouldn't limit a person's quality of life.

As a not-for-profit aged care provider with more than 60 years of experience, we are committed to delivering Care without Compromise. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, values-led workplace where people feel empowered to do their best work and make a genuine difference every day.

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager — People, the People Business Partner is the connection between the People function and our operational teams. You will provide hands-on, practical HR support and advice across all sites — working closely with managers and leaders on everything from performance management and workplace investigations to workers' compensation, pay and conditions, and culture and wellbeing initiatives.

This is not a policy-and-process role. It is a relationship-first, solution-focused position where you will be trusted to use your judgement, apply your practical HR knowledge, and genuinely partner with leaders to get the right outcomes for Mayflower and its people.

Key Responsibilities

·         Stakeholder Partnership

·         Day-to-Day People Support

·         Proactive HR Business Partnering

·         Projects & Reporting

About You

You are a confident, credible and caring HR professional — someone who can hold a difficult conversation with a manager, navigate a complex investigation and still be the person people want to come to when things get hard.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

•       Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a related field

•       Demonstrated experience applying practical HR strategies and best-practice frameworks across performance management, grievances and workplace change

•       Proven ability to interpret and apply employment legislation — including awards and enterprise agreements — to achieve compliant and fair outcomes

•       Experience conducting workplace investigations and facilitating mediation processes

•       Experience managing return-to-work programs

•       Strong written and verbal communication skills, including well-developed negotiation and influencing capability

•       A relationship-first approach — with a genuine ability to build trust with leaders and employees at all levels

•       Current Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

Desirable:

•       Experience in aged care and/or a not-for-profit environment

•       Experience managing complex grievances and facilitating workplace mediation

Why Join Mayflower?

•       A values-driven, not-for-profit organisation where your work has real meaning for residents, families and staff

•       Salary packaging benefits available — significantly increases your take-home pay as an NFP employee

•       A hands-on, autonomous role with genuine variety and real impact across multiple sites

•       Supportive People & Culture leadership team committed to your professional development

•       Collaborative, inclusive workplace culture guided by Compassion, Excellence, Integrity and Respect

•       Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

•       Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Apply Now

If you are a practical, people-centred HR professional ready to make a genuine difference in a values-led organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to recruitment@mayflower.org.au

Applications close: 31 July 2026

Mayflower is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and welcoming workplace and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

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Quality and Safety Business Partner

Lead Quality. Build Capability Shape the Future of Aged Care.

Are you an experienced Quality and Safety professional who is passionate about improving care outcomes and driving organisational excellence?

Mayflower is seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking Quality and Safety Business Partner to support with operational leadership for Mayflower's Quality Assurance, Clinical Governance, Workforce Capability, Learning & Development, Continuous Improvement and Regulatory Compliance programs across Residential Aged Care and Corporate Services.

This is more than a Quality and Safety Business Partner role– it’s an opportunity to influence organisational strategy, strengthen governance frameworks and help ensure older people receive safe, effective and person-centred care.

Working at Mayflower

At Mayflower, we believe that needing support shouldn’t limit a person’s quality of life.

As a trusted not-for-profit aged care provider, we are committed to delivering Care without Compromise. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, and we pride ourselves on creating a supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected and empowered to make a difference.

Mayflower is undertaking an exciting organisation-wide transformation focused on strengthening clinical governance, workforce capability, digital innovation and quality systems to deliver exceptional outcomes for older Australians.

About the Role

Reporting to the Quality and Capability Manager, this role will play a key role in preparing Mayflower for recertification, strengthening clinical governance, embedding a culture of continuous improvement and building workforce capability through the ongoing development of Mayflower Academy.

Working closely with operational leaders, you will drive audit and accreditation readiness, oversee incident and complaints governance, coordinate quality reporting, and support the implementation of the Aged Care Act 2024 and the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards. You will play a pivotal role in embedding a culture of quality, safety, leading the development and ongoing maturity of Mayflower Academy, establishing a contemporary organisational learning culture that promotes workforce capability, accountability and continuous improvement across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Quality & Governance

Risk & Improvement

Capability

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have the following:

• AHPRA Registration
• Extensive aged care quality experience
• Strong knowledge of the Aged Care Act 2024
 
• Certificate IV TAE
• LMS experience

Why Join Mayflower?

• Work for a respected not-for-profit organisation committed to excellence in care.
• Make a meaningful impact on the quality and safety of services delivered to older Australians.
• Collaborate with executive and operational leaders to shape strategic quality initiatives.
• Access ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Salary packaging benefits available.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about quality, governance and improving outcomes for older people, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letteroutlining your suitability for the role to recruitment@mayflower.org.au

Applications close: July 31 2026

Mayflower is committed to providing a safe, inclusive andwelcoming workplace and encourages applications from people of diversebackgrounds.

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Provide Care Without Compromise.

Are you an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse who is passionate about delivering exceptional care and supporting older people to live with dignity, independence and choice?

At Mayflower, we are seeking compassionate and dedicated Endorsed Enrolled Nurses to join our residential aged care team. This is an opportunity to work within a supportive environment where your clinical skills, leadership and commitment to person-centred care will make a genuine difference every day.

Working at Mayflower

At Mayflower, we believe that needing support shouldn't limit a person's quality of life.

As a not-for-profit aged care provider, our focus is on delivering care without compromise. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming and supportive environment for residents, families and employees.

About the Role

Reporting to the Care Manager, the Endorsed Enrolled Nurse plays a key role in delivering high-quality clinical and personal care to residents while supporting Registered Nurses and providing guidance to Personal Care Assistants.

We are seeking people who can work on Mondays and Fridays each week. This is a permanent part time position.

You will work closely with residents, families and the broader care team to ensure residents receive care that promotes independence, wellbeing and quality of life. You will also contribute to care planning, medication management and clinical documentation while maintaining compliance with aged care standards and legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective and person-centred nursing care.
• Administer medications within scope of practice and organisational policies.
• Monitor resident health and wellbeing and report changes appropriately.
• Assist with the development, implementation and review of care plans.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reporting.
• Support residents to achieve their goals and maintain independence.
• Provide guidance and support to Personal Care Assistants.
• Work collaboratively with Registered Nurses, medical practitioners, allied health professionals and families.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and organisational policies.

About You

You are a caring and motivated nursing professional who enjoys building meaningful relationships and making a positive impact on the lives of older people.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse.
• Strong clinical and assessment skills and medical endorsement.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team with strong organisational and time management skills
• Understanding of person-centred care principles.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality resident outcomes.

Essential Requirements

• Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed).
• Ability to work across a rotating roster with an emphasis on Monday and Friday shifts.

Desirable

• Previous experience in Residential Aged Care.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Experience using electronic clinical management systems.

Why Join Mayflower?

• Work for a respected not-for-profit aged care organisation.
• Salary packaging benefits available.
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Opportunities to further develop your clinical and leadership skills.

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If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and want to join an organisation that truly values its people, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to recruitment@mayflower.org.au.

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Applications close: June 16th 2026

Mayflower is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and welcoming workplace and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

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Mayflower is seeking a qualified and motivated Chef to join our team at our Reservoir facility.

We are currently offering two part-time opportunities:

1 x Permanent Part-Time

1 x Fixed-Term Contract

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Please indicate your preferred employment type in your application.

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About the Role

As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and delivering high-quality, nutritious meals for residents, ensuring food is well-presented and meets individual dietary requirements.

You will work as part of a supportive team, contributing to the smooth operation of kitchen services within a residential aged care environment.

This role offers the opportunity to work with menus inspired by fresh, homestyle Italian and Greek cuisine—perfect for a chef with a genuine passion for Mediterranean flavours.

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Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with menu plans and dietary requirements
• Ensure meals are delivered to a high standard of quality and presentation
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards in line with the Food Safety Plan
• Monitor stock levels and maintain kitchen supplies
• Support and supervise Food Services Assistants
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen environment

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About You

You are a reliable and experienced chef who takes pride in delivering quality meals and working as part of a team.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience as a Chef or Cook in a commercial kitchen
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and organisational skills

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Mandatory Requirements

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Hospitality Management
• Current Police Check
• Full COVID vaccination

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Desirable

• Experience in aged care or a health setting
• Knowledge of accreditation and compliance requirements

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Why Join Mayflower

• Work-life balance with stable part-time hours
• Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to residents’ lives

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Apply Now

If you’re looking for a part-time chef role within a supportive and stable environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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