Aged care jobs in the Central Coast

Find your next aged care job in the Central Coast

Discover your next aged care job in the Central Coast with Sanctuary today. We're committed to helping you find the right role, whether you’re looking for flexible casual work or a permanent step forward in your career.

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Our aged care jobs in the Central Coast

Whatever stage you’re at in your aged care career, we’ve got opportunities that fit. On the Central Coast, we recruit for:

  • Assistants in nursing
  • Enrolled nurses
  • Registered nurses
  • Managerial and leadership roles

Why work in aged care in the Central Coast?

The Central Coast is a fantastic region to grow your career in aged care, offering strong employment opportunities alongside a relaxed coastal lifestyle:

  • High demand for workers: Aged care professionals are in strong demand across the Central Coast, delivering excellent job security and short to long term career prospects.
  • Flexible work options: Many local providers offer temporary, casual and flexible shift arrangements.
  • Local, accessible homes: Shorter travel times make it easier to support clients close to home.
  • Lifestyle advantages: Enjoy a laid-back coastal way of life with beautiful beaches, waterways, national parks and a strong sense of community.

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Being working with Sanctuary

Choose from 100's of roles that suit your needs, values and requirements.

Why work with Sanctuary?

Once you register with us, you gain access to a comprehensive benefits and rewards program designed to recognise and reward your dedication. You’ll have access to:

  • Competitive pay rates that reward your experience and expertise
  • A streamlined registration and onboarding process, with the ability to start working within 48 hours
  • Complimentary online training and upskilling opportunities
  • Monthly rewards and recognition initiatives
  • Free resume reviews, industry insights and personalised career guidance
  • Aged care roles available nationwide, across metro, regional, rural and remote locations
  • Flexible employment options including casual, contract and permanent positions

Rewards and benefits

market leading pay rates

Market leading pay rates

bonuses and incentives

Bonuses and incentives

industry expert consultants

Industry expert consultants

discount programs

Discount programs

Free online education modules

Free online education modules

Referral scheme

Referral scheme

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Aged care jobs in the Central Coast FAQs

We are recruiting for the following roles in the Central Coast:

  • Assistants in nursing (AINs)
  • Enrolled nurses (ENs)
  • Registered nurses (RNs)
  • Managerial and leadership roles

View our available vacancies and apply today

Your hourly and salary rates will differ depending on factors such as your position, experience level and the shifts you work. Our casual pay ranges are:

  • AIN: $38 – $75 per hour
  • EN: $40 – $81 per hour
  • RN: $50 – $120 per hour

Additional earnings may be available through incentives, allowances, and bonuses for selected locations and contract roles.

For those working in or pursuing management-level roles, employment is typically permanent. Salaries for these positions generally fall between $110,000 and $130,000 per year, though this can vary based on your experience and the aged care provider.

Ongoing reforms in aged care have also contibuted to recent wage increases across the sector, with further improvements expected in the future.

These will vary depending on your role. An assistant in nursing will need one of the following:

  • Cert III/IV in Ageing Support
  • Cert III/IV in Individual Support (Ageing)
  • Cert III/IV in Health Services Assistance

An enrolled nurse will need:

  • A Diploma of Nursing (a two-year course)
  • An AHPRA registration upon completion

To be qualified as a registered nurse you will need:

  • A Bachelor of Nursing (a three-year university degree)
  • An AHPRA registration

You will then also generally need six months to one year of Australian paid aged care experience to work with Sanctuary.

We provide aged care opportunities across the Central Coast on both a casual and permanent basis. Casual and temporary positions typically involve covering shifts affected by sick leave, annual leave or staffing gaps, and are often required at short notice.

Permanent roles offer greater stability, along with opportunities for long-term career development and progression.

Through our Learning Management System (LMS), you can upskill for free. With up to 37 modules available, you're able to refresh your knowledge at any time.

With our easy-to-use app, you can view available jobs, accept placements and update your availability.

The benefits of casual work include:

  • Being in control of your own schedule
  • Exploring regional, rural and remote areas Australia whilst getting paid for it
  • Setting a work life balance that works for you
  • Receiving casual loading on top of your hourly rate
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