Thrive Team Leader (Fixed Term - Maternity Leave)
NZD$80,000 - NZD$100,000 per annum
Our purpose
For over 100 years, Elizabeth Knox Home & Hospital has built a strong and trusted reputation for providing compassionate, high-quality care to elders and younger adults living with physical disability in the heart of Epsom, Auckland. As a charitable trust, everything we do is guided by a deep commitment to dignity, respect, and the everyday wellbeing of our residents.
At Knox, we are proud of our values, our collaborative culture, and our shared focus on delivering the best possible and outcomes. We work closely together, welcome new ideas, and strive to continually improve how we support both our residents and one another.
About the role
The Thrive Team Leader provides leadership, guidance, and expertise to a multidisciplinary team, including Physiotherapists, Physio Assistants, and the Lifestyle and Leisure Team.
This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, resident-centred care, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. Working collaboratively with clinical professionals, organisational leadership, and community stakeholders, the Thrive Team Leader plays a key role in enhancing care outcomes and delivering meaningful experiences that support the wellbeing of residents.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
Please apply only via SEEK. Please note that applications submitted via email will not be considered.
Applications close on 29 April 2026.
For over 100 years, Elizabeth Knox Home & Hospital has built a strong and trusted reputation for providing compassionate, high-quality care to elders and younger adults living with physical disability in the heart of Epsom, Auckland. As a charitable trust, everything we do is guided by a deep commitment to dignity, respect, and the everyday wellbeing of our residents.
At Knox, we are proud of our values, our collaborative culture, and our shared focus on delivering the best possible and outcomes. We work closely together, welcome new ideas, and strive to continually improve how we support both our residents and one another.
About the role
The Thrive Team Leader provides leadership, guidance, and expertise to a multidisciplinary team, including Physiotherapists, Physio Assistants, and the Lifestyle and Leisure Team.
This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, resident-centred care, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. Working collaboratively with clinical professionals, organisational leadership, and community stakeholders, the Thrive Team Leader plays a key role in enhancing care outcomes and delivering meaningful experiences that support the wellbeing of residents.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
- Develop and implement strategies that promote the highest standards of resident wellbeing through meaningful activities.
- Partner with the Engagement Manager to design and deliver programmes that reflect our unique brand and values.
- Provide strong leadership, coaching, and support to the Thrive team to ensure a collaborative and integrated approach to care.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Oversee the planning and delivery of all Thrive activities across the organisation.
- Manage the Thrive budget, ensuring effective and value-driven of resources.
- Monitor and evaluate programme effectiveness against key programme indicators (KPIs).
- Collaborate with the Clinical Delivery Manager to ensure appropriate resourcing to meet activity plans.
- Work alongside the Engagement Manager to develop and implement community engagement initiatives, including volunteer programmes.
- Build and maintain partnerships with external organisations to expand opportunities and experiences for residents.
- Support and engage volunteers to contribute meaningfully to resident life and the wider community.
- Proven experience in leading teams, ideally within aged care, community services, or a similar environment.
- Passion for enhancing the wellbeing and quality of life of older people.
- Strong organisational and operational management skills, including budget oversight.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to innovate and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience working with volunteers and community partnerships is highly desirable.
- Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate current unrestricted work rights in New Zealand without limitation and the ability to live and work permanently in New Zealand.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives.
- A supportive and values-driven workplace.
- Collaborative team environment.
- Competitive remuneration package (Salary range depends on the experience between NZD $ 80,000 – NZD $100,000).
Please apply only via SEEK. Please note that applications submitted via email will not be considered.
Applications close on 29 April 2026.
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
- What's your expected annual base salary?
- How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
- Do you have a current Police Check (Criminal Record Check) for employment?
- Are you available to work public holidays?
- Do you have any work experience in managing activities for residents in aged care?
- Do you have any experience in engagement, fundraising, communication activities, and coordinating delivering events?
- What is your level of computer proficiency? Can you describe your level of competency in using computer applications?
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