Bolton Clarke Group one of Australia's largest independent, not-for-profit providers of home care, retirement living and residential aged care, operating nationally and internationally. Bolton Clarke Residential group now has 87 Aged Care Homes across QLD, NSW, VIC, SA & WA, with the inclusion of the Allity, McKenzie & Acacia Living Group.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Care Translation to lead our Care Translation Team and champion evidence-informed improvement across the organisation. Reporting to the Head of Research, this role will provide strategic and operational leadership to bridge the gap between evidence and practice, leading clinical advisory, practice improvement and implementation initiatives that enhance the quality, safety, and person-centredness care.
Key responsibilities
Lead the Care Translation Team, providing strategic direction, coaching and capability development
Coordinate and facilitate access to clinical expertise to inform practice improvement, policy development and service innovation
Translate research, evidence, and best practice into practical improvements in care, policy and service delivery
Support the design, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based models of care
Drive continuous improvement, innovation and quality initiatives that enhance care outcomes and service effectiveness
Monitor and evaluate the uptake and impact of clinical improvement programs and implementation activities
Build strong partnerships with clinical, operational, executive and research stakeholders
Act as a trusted advisor, influencing clinical practice and organisational outcomes
Contribute to strategic priorities that support safe, high-quality and person-centred care
About you
You are a credible and collaborative leader with experience working at the intersection of research, evidence, practice and service delivery. You bring a solid improvement mindset and can influence stakeholders,



translate complex information into practical action and drive meaningful improvements in care outcomes.
You will bring:
Senior leadership experience within healthcare, aged care or a related clinical environment
Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams and complex improvement, implementation, or change initiatives
Strong capability in interest-holder engagement, collaboration and influencing outcomes across diverse professional groups
Experience translating research, evidence or clinical insights into practice, policy, or service improvement
Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement and healthcare systems
Excellent communication skills, including presenting complex information to diverse audiences
Proven ability to balance strategic thinking with practical delivery, implementation, and evaluation Relevant tertiary qualification in nursing, allied health or another health-related discipline
Experience in aged care, community care, implementation science or healthcare improvement will be highly regarded
A commitment to fostering collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement
Importantly, you will mirror our values of Be Kind; Listen; Be Curious; Always safe; and Always together in all aspects of your work.
National leadership role driving care translation and practice improvement
Opportunity to influence care quality and practice at scale
Work closely with research, clinical and executive leaders
Salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 plus $2,650 entertainment benefits
Flexible and hybrid work options
Additional purchased leave opportunities
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
A values-driven culture focused on improving lives every day
Our commitment to diversity: At Bolton Clarke we expect our staff to respect and value differences in age, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex status and family or marital status.
Appointment to this position and ongoing employment is subject to your commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion.

📌 Senior Manager, Care Translation (Melbourne)
🏢 Bolton Clarke
📍 Melbourne