The LDK Seniors Living vision is for every senior Australian to be treated with Love, Decency & Kindness in their ageing journey. Our core values of Love, Decency & Kindness underpin our culture and guide every aspect of everything we do for our residents and our team members.
All LDK villages combine the best part of retirement living and aged care to deliver our unique One Move Promise® – our guarantee that once our residents call LDK home, they will never have to move again.
About Amberfield
LDK Seniors Living’s newest premium village, Amberfield, is located on Cotter Road in Weston, in Canberra’s inner south. It is a short driving distance to Yarralumla, Curtin and Woden town centre. Amberfield will feature 370+ homes, comprising of apartments, sky villas, and villas.
LDK’s range of community activities will promote well‑being and provide an exceptional and fulfilling senior living experience so residents thrive at every stage of life. This is underpinned by the assurance of a full range of care options, from independent living to 24/7 high‑level care, including dementia support.

Residents will enjoy resort‑style living, with first‑class amenities on‑site including a restaurant, cafe, bar, greengrocer, theatre and beauty salon. The wellness centre offers a gym, indoor pool, and private health consultation rooms. Thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces include a dog park and eco park.

About the Role

The Village Care Manager provides clinical and operational leadership of nursing and care services delivery across the village. This role ensures the delivery of safe, person‑centred and evidence‑based care, while maintaining compliance with aged care legislation, quality standards and LDK values.

This is a key leadership role within the village, supporting care teams, overseeing complex resident care and driving strong clinical governance, quality outcomes and team performance.

This is an opportunity to lead from the front – guiding teams, supporting residents and families, and shaping a positive,



high‑performing care environment.

Role responsibilities

Provide clinical and operational leadership to nursing and care teams across the village
Ensure safe, high quality and person‑centred care delivery aligned with legislation and standards
Act as Village Infection Control Lead and oversee clinical risk and SIRS reporting
Provide oversight of complex resident care in collaboration with senior clinical leaders
Lead and participate in case conferencing and nurse call (EEVI) meetings
Liaise with rostering, GPs and Nurse Practitioners to ensure continuity of care
Build strong relationships with residents, families and external health partners
Lead quality improvement initiatives and monitor key quality indicators
Support staff development, performance management and workforce planning

Participate in on call arrangements for afterhours clinical escalations

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
Minimum 5 years’ nursing experience
Previous experience in a clinical leadership or care management role
Strong knowledge of aged care legislation, quality standards and clinical governance
Confident leader with robust communication and decision making skills

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Our Employee Value Proposition

Competitive salary package
Free on‑site parking
Purchased leave options, giving you the flexibility to take extra time off when you need it.
Salary packaging with novated leasing options
Rewards and retail discounts program
Free daily coffee/tea/standard beverage for all staff
Continuous professional development and promotion opportunities
Excellent company culture underpinned by Love, Decency and Kindness (LDK)
Beautiful workplace environment at all our villages
On‑site cafes and restaurants available to staff
Celebration of cultural events amongst staff and residents

Employee referral bonus and retention bonus

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Police Clearance. LDK Seniors' Living has a mandatory vaccination policy in relation to influenza.

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📌 Village Care Manager (Canberra)
🏢 Ldk Seniors' Living
📍 Canberra