Job Description
Transformlives, every single day
Do you want a career that means more?
At Anglicare Sydney, we bring thestrength,supportandstrategytomake it happen.
We are a well-respected not-for-profitthat'sbeen servingsociety'smost vulnerable for more than 170 years.
Each year, we achieve life-changing outcomes for the 40,000+ people who rely on our person-centeredsupport.
And now,we'reextending our reach and impact even further.
We areseekingan experienced and visionary Head of Clinical Services - Villages to lead the clinical strategy,operationalperformanceandcontinuous improvement of village-based clinical services across our Retirement Living portfolio.
This is a rare opportunity to influence the future of integrated care within retirement living, while leading a highly capable team dedicated to achieving outstanding resident outcomes.
Your Opportunity
This is a newly created leadership opportunity, offered as a full-time 12-month contract working across our Head Office and village locationswith strong potential for permanent conversion.
As the Head of Clinical Services-Villages, you will be accountable for the leadership, performance and ongoing development of all clinical services delivered across Anglicare Retirement Villages.
Leading a team of Clinical Leads, Allied Health Leadand Senior Clinical Leads, you will ensure clinical services are safe, sustainable, resident-centeredand alignedwithorganisationalstrategy,clinical governance frameworks and the For Life model.
Working collaboratively with operational leaders, qualityteams,cliniciansandexternal partners, you will drive excellence in clinical practice while enabling innovation and continuous improvement across the service.
With strategic vision andoperationalexpertise,you will:
Clinical Leadership & Service Delivery
Lead the safe,effectiveand consistent delivery of village-based nursing and clinical services
Ensure residents receive high-quality clinical assessments, careplanning,reviewsandinterventions
Drive excellence across clinical practice areas including care planning, medication support, wound care, continence management,infectionpreventionandclinical escalation
Ensureservicesoperatewithinapproved scope,governancerequirementsandresident consent frameworks
Promote evidence-based practice, resident-centredcareand service consistency across all villages
Clinical Governance, Risk & Quality
Provide senior oversight of clinical risk, incidents,



complaints,safeguardingmattersandservice delivery concerns
Monitor service quality through audits, quality indicators,residentfeedbackandoperational reporting
Lead incident investigations,correctiveactionsandquality improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with aged care legislation, standards, clinicalgovernancerequirementsandorganisationalpolicies
Drive a culture ofaccountability,safetyandcontinuous improvement
Strategic Planning & Service Development
Lead the ongoing evolution of the village clinical services operating model
Support implementation of the For Life model and future service innovations
Identifyopportunitiesto improve resident outcomes, workforce capability,operationalefficiencyandservice sustainability
Contribute expert clinical leadership to business planning,servicedevelopmentandorganisationalpriorities
Partner with key stakeholders to shape future models of care within Retirement Living
People Leadership & Workforce Capability
Lead,mentorand develop Clinical Leads, Senior Clinical Leads and village nursing teams
Foster a high-performing culture built onlearning,accountabilityandcollaboration
Ensure workforce capability, competency frameworks and professional development pathways are maintained
Provide leadership during periods of change,growthand service transformation
Champion Anglicare's Vision,Missionand Values through authentic and values-led leadership
Resident Experience & Stakeholder Engagement
Build solid relationships withresidents,familiesandrepresentatives
Partner with Village Managers, Care Service Leaders, GeneralPractitioners,specialistsandallied health providers
Ensure residents andfamiliesremaininformed,engaged and involved in care planning decisions
Represent Village Clinical Services acrossgovernance,qualityandstrategic forums
What You'll Bring
You are an experienced clinical leader with strong operational acumen, exceptional stakeholderengagementskillsanda passion for improving the lives of older Australians.
You will also need:
Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent qualification
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurseis essential




A full driver's license and own car is essential
Amaster's in nursing or equivalentis good to have
Significant leadership experience within aged care, retirement living, community health, homecareor a related healthcare setting
Extensive experience inaged care legislation, quality standards,clinicalgovernance,qualityimprovementandrisk management
Experience driving service transformation,workforcedevelopmentandcontinuous improvement initiatives
Exceptional communication, relationship-building and influencing skills
You will thrive in this role if you are:
A strategic and visionary healthcare leader
Passionate about improvingoutcomesbybalancingoperational excellence with compassionate care
Confident leading large-scale change and service innovation
Committed to building high-performing, values-led clinical teams
**Why Anglicare?
**
We provide meaningful opportunities and choice, both for the individuals and communities wesupport,and the dedicated people here who make it happen.
At Anglicare,you'llget the security, stability and opportunities that come with a strong, well-establishedorganisationthat'sready for the future.You'llbelong to a community of kind,humble,and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds.
You will also be supported to gain newknowledge,deepenyourexperience andexpertise, and shape a rewarding career.
On top of that, here are just some of the tangible benefits you will enjoy in a career with us:
Pay less tax on your income and increase your take home pay.
With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income istax-free.
Spend up to $2,650 onaccommodation,mealsandentertainmentandalsotaxfree with salary packaging.
Ongoing professional development and leadership training to advance your career
Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers
Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family
**Are you ready for acareer,that means more?
**
Anglicare is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support.
While we are guided by our Christian-based values, our team includes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others, and we value the diverse perspectives they bring.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpeople, and people of all ages,genders,abilitiesandcultural backgrounds.
Application Close Date: September 17, ****

📌 Head Of Clinical Services - Villages (New South Wales)
🏢 Anglicare Sydney
📍 New South Wales