Aged Care Contract Jobs
Aged Care Contract Jobs in Australia
Sanctuary Recruitment is hiring aged care contract jobs for aged care professionals across Australia. We are Australia's leading aged care consultancy that work with a large network of aged care providers and hire healthcare workers for temporary, contract and permanent roles.
We are hiring on a contract basis with assignments varying in length, across the country. Contract roles are available in the following positions:
- Assistant in Nursing
- Personal Care Workers
- Registered Nurses
- Care Managers
These roles, for remote area nurses (RAN) are available throughout the year in regional, rural and remote areas of Australia. We work with aged care providers, aboriginal health services and multi-purpose sites (MPS) so there is a role for everyone!
Featured Aged Care Contract Jobs
Featured Jobs
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Lismore NSW
Registered Nurse
We are looking for local casual staff for multiple facilities in the Lismore, Byron Bay and Ballina region. Flexible shifts to suit your lifetyle!
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Registered Nurse
We are looking for local casual staff for multiple facilities in the Lismore, Byron Bay and Ballina region. Flexible shifts to suit your lifetyle!
Learn moreAlice Springs NT
Personal Care Worker/Assistant in Nursing
Sanctuary recruitment are looking for experienced aged care kitchen staff for contracts. Fly in Fly out. Travel and accommodation provided!
Learn morePort Macquarie-Hastings NSW
Personal Care Worker/Assistant in Nursing
Sanctuary recruitment are looking for local casual staff for multiple facilities in the Port Macquarie region. Flexible shifts to suit your needs!
Learn moreAdelaide SA
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurses needed for casual work in residential aged care around Greater Adelaide area
Learn moreCentral Coast Council NSW
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurses for AM & PM CASUAL agency shifts in Aged Care in the Central Coast
Learn moreAdelaide SA
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurses needed for contract work in residential aged care across South Australia
Learn moreCity of Albury NSW
Registered Nurse
Aged Care Registered Nurses needed for casual work in the Lavington / Howlong area, NSW. Overtime paid. Annual salary review.
Learn moreSunshine Coast QLD
Registered Nurse
Pick up Aged Care shifts in Aged Care facilities located in the Gympie & Noosa area.
Learn moreRegistered Nurse
We are looking for local casual staff for the ACT/NSW Border. Flexible shifts to suit your lifetyle!
Learn moreRegistered Nurse
We are looking for a Local RN for Port Macquarie. No Accommodation but block booking and full time hours!
Learn moreAlice Springs NT
Registered Nurse
RNs Needed for Multiple locations in NT and all states in Australia for Aged Care.
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Registered Nurse
RNs Needed for Multiple locations in NT and all states in Australia for Aged Care.
Learn moreCoffs Harbour NSW
Registered Nurse
We are seeking LOCALLY BASED Registered Nurses to support aged care facilities in Coffs Harbour and surrounding areas!
Learn morePersonal Care Worker/Assistant in Nursing
RNs needed for casual work in residential aged care in Grafton and Maclean.
Learn moreWhat Can I Expect from an Aged Care Contract Role?
Contract roles, or remote area nurse (RAN) roles are a type of casual work,
undertaken as block bookings. They vary in length, usually from 4 - 12 weeks
and are in areas there is a lack of aged care workers readily available.
With these roles, you will often get additional perks such as your accommodation
and travel provided, and you work on a mixed roster.
At the end of the contract, you can choose to extend your stay or move location. With
your travel and accommodation expenses covered, you can travel the country whilst getting paid!
We offer contract work across the country. Depending on the homes needs, you may be able
to travel with your friend, family or partner if they work in aged care too.
Pay rates are under the casual award and are dependent on experience.
You may be eligible for bonuses, incentives and referral schemes too!
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Our Aged Care Contract Roles in Australia
We are hiring for aged care contract roles in the following locations:
- New South Wales regional
- Northern Territory
- Queensland regional
- South Australia regional
- Victoria regional
- Tasmania regional
- Western Australia regional
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