Workforce Development Officer

• Make a measurable difference – Shape onboarding, training, and retention programs that directly strengthen the quality of care for older South Australians.
• Work where you're valued – Join a collaborative, values-driven team that recognises your expertise and supports your growth.
• Boost your take-home pay – Access generous salary packaging benefits to maximise your earnings.

50,000 lives and counting.

That's how many South Australians our people support each year.

As one of the state's leading not-for-profits, we're making a meaningful impact at scale. From foster care to aged care and everything in between, our services are as diverse as the people and communities we serve - and we're growing our reach for the future.

It takes a special kind of person to work in this sector. Someone with real compassion and care. Could that person be you?

Join us and be part of something bigger.

As part of our Community Aged Care Workforce team, you'll play a key role in positioning AnglicareSA as an employer of choice by building, supporting, and retaining a skilled and engaged workforce. You'll shape innovative onboarding and retention strategies, deliver engaging learning and development initiatives, and foster a culture where staff and volunteers feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference in the lives of older South Australians.

Working closely with leaders, volunteers, and employees, you'll ensure that every team member's journey from recruitment through to ongoing development is seamless, compliant, and aligned with best practice. Your ability to inspire, coach, and connect people will directly contribute to a strong, capable, and committed Community Aged Care team.

You'll be trusted to make a valuable impact by:

• Leading and supporting onboarding, learning, and retention initiatives that attract, develop, and retain high-quality staff and volunteers.
• Developing and delivering engaging training materials, graduate programs, and supervision frameworks that foster a continuous learning culture.
• Building strong internal and external relationships to drive best-practice workforce development strategies.
• Monitoring and enhancing volunteer programs to ensure they meet both organisational needs and volunteer expectations.

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• Experience in delivering adult-based training and assessment.
• Strong knowledge of workforce retention strategies and their practical implementation.
• Proven ability to engage and adapt learning strategies for diverse audiences.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• A working understanding of the Aged Care sector and Aged Care Quality Standards.

We would also love you to have:

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (Highly desirable)
• Experience in developing and reviewing training materials, policies, and work instructions.
• Knowledge of community networks and resources.
• Strong relationship management skills to build effective partnerships.
• Experience in volunteer program management.

Your contribution here matters. We want you to see your impact every day, and we want you to feel valued for it.

Here's what you can expect in your career at AnglicareSA:

● So many lives, right here in SA: Our ripple effect starts with you. Whatever your role, you'll help find a way forward for the communities you live in and care about. That's something to be proud of.

● So many ways, for our clients and you: We support those in need in so many ways. For you, that means real opportunity to gain new knowledge and experiences and to explore the many pathways a career in our sector can take.

● So much compassion, and a place to belong: At AnglicareSA, you'll never feel alone. You'll lean on and learn from genuine people driven to do good, and you'll build relationships that last a lifetime.

● Make your pay go further with salary packaging options, including novated leasing, plus savings on health insurance, motor vehicles, opticians, pharmacy and gym memberships

● Grow your skills and career with learning programs, professional development pathways, paid study leave and education assistance

● Live and work well with our employee wellbeing program, confidential employee assistance program, chaplaincy services, domestic and family violence support, and more

● Put your family first with paid parental leave (including superannuation), personal leave to care for family members and additional unpaid leave for caring responsibilities

Join AnglicareSA, and help us change lives and communities.

To apply, simply click the "Apply" button and submit your application by 9.00am on Wednesday 27th August direct applications only, no agencies please).

*Please note: Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date.

For more information, please contact Lauren, Recruitment Business Partner, at Please note we do not accept applications via email.

At AnglicareSA, we proudly and gratefully bring together a team that is truly diverse - from lived experiences, to skills and knowledge, to perspectives and personality. We value the benefits this brings to the people who work with us and the communities we serve, and we strive to create a place where everyone - regardless of background and ability - feels they belong. If you require any accommodations to fully participate in our recruitment process, we welcome you to let us know.

We are committed to the employment of First Nations people. Please visit our website for details on our Aboriginal Services and to access AnglicareSA's Reconciliation Action Plan.

AnglicareSA is committed to a secure and transparent recruitment process that prioritises the safety of all applicants. We will never request payment, bank account details, or personal identification documents during the early stages of recruitment. Proof of identity may be requested later as part of standard pre-employment checks. To verify the legitimacy of this job advertisement, please refer to our official website or contact our recruitment team directly.