Aged Care recruitment specialists

Leadership appointments for organisations navigating the Aged Care Quality Standards, workforce pressures and the demands of delivering exceptional care.

About Aged Care Recruitment

Aged care organisations need leaders who understand more than the job description. They need people who can navigate the Aged Care Quality Standards, manage workforce pressures, maintain regulatory compliance — and still lead with warmth and humanity.

Patterson Recruitment specialises in appointing senior operational and people leaders across aged care and residential care organisations. Based in Melbourne and working nationally, we know the compliance landscape, we know the culture, and we know what exceptional leadership looks like in this space.

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Roles we place across the Aged Care sector

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People & culture

Head of People & Culture
HR Manager / HR Business Partner
Head of Employee Experience & Engagement

Operations & business

Operations Manager
Business Development Manager
General Manager
Finance Manager / Financial Controller

Communications & engagement

Communications Manager
Stakeholder Engagement Manager

Executive & governance

Executive Officer
Chief Executive Officer

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Frequently asked questions about Aged Care recruitment

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What types of aged care roles does Patterson Recruitment place?

We place senior and mid-level leaders across people & culture, operations, business development, finance, and executive leadership within aged care organisations. This includes heads of people & culture, operations managers, general managers, and executive officers.

Do you understand aged care compliance requirements?

Yes. We factor Aged Care Quality Standards, AHPRA requirements, and workforce regulations into every search. Our candidates are assessed not just for capability and culture, but for their understanding of the compliance landscape that aged care leaders must navigate.

How is aged care recruitment different from general recruitment?

Aged care leadership requires a specific blend of operational capability, compliance expertise, and genuine compassion. A successful executive from another sector may not thrive in aged care without the right values alignment. We understand these nuances because we work exclusively with purpose-driven organisations.

How long does an aged care executive search take?

Most aged care executive searches take 6–10 weeks from brief to offer. Senior leadership roles in aged care can take longer due to the smaller talent pool and the importance of finding the right cultural fit. We’ll give you an honest timeline upfront.

Do you recruit for aged care roles outside Melbourne?

Yes. We’re based in Melbourne and work with aged care providers nationally, with a growing presence in Sydney and Brisbane. Many of our searches involve candidates relocating between cities.

Can you help with interim aged care leadership?

Yes. We place senior interim and contract leaders for unexpected departures, maternity cover, organisational change, and transition periods. All contractor placements are managed through Oncore, our compliance partner.