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Why choose Ardent People?

Experienced People Who Care

We connect you with skilled and experienced people who understand aged care environments and are genuinely committed to making a positive impact in your facility.

Rigorous Screening & Quality Assurance

Every candidate undergoes a thorough screening process — including background checks, skills assessments and alignment with your organisation’s values — to ensure they meet high standards of professionalism, reliability and quality.

Tailored, Flexible Staffing Solutions

From temporary cover to ongoing workforce support, we adapt our services to meet your needs — whether it’s last-minute shift fulfilment or long-term planning.

Training, Compliance & Ongoing Support

We invest in our people with access to industry-specific training and professional development to support compliance, currency and capability — helping them perform confidently and consistently in aged care environments.

24/7 Personalised Support

You’re supported by a real, responsive team 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our dedicated account managers and operations team are always available — so you’re never left without help when it matters most.

Backed by the Ardent People Difference

With national reach, sector-specific expertise and strong workforce support capability, Ardent People combines scale with personalised service. We’re big enough to deliver — and close enough to care.

Our Services

At Ardent People, we help aged care organisations build and maintain the workforce they need — from permanent recruitment to flexible staffing and longer-term workforce solutions.

Whether you need to fill a critical permanent role, respond to short-term workforce demand or build a more sustainable pipeline of people, we tailor our approach to your organisation and workforce needs.

Permanent Recruitment

We recruit permanent care, clinical, hospitality, support, operational and management roles, helping aged care organisations attract the right people for their workforce and build capability for the long term.

Casual & Temporary Staffing

Access qualified, compliant people for short-term needs, employee leave, vacancies, changing demand or additional workforce capacity — with responsive support to help maintain continuity of care.

Workforce Partnership Program

For organisations with recurring workforce needs, our Workforce Partnership Program provides a more proactive approach — building a dedicated workforce around your organisation, with a pathway to permanent employment where appropriate.

Types of Staff we Supply

Clinical & Care Staff

Registered Nurses (RNs)

Highly experienced in aged care, our RNs provide expert clinical oversight, administer care plans, and ensure the highest standards of nursing support. Learn more about Registered Nurse jobs in Melbourne.

Enrolled Nurses (ENs)

Our ENs deliver hands-on nursing care under RN supervision, ensuring residents receive consistent, practical support. Learn more about Enrolled Nurse jobs in Melbourne.

Personal Care Assistants (PCAs)

Trained to provide respectful, individualised care with empathy— supporting residents with daily tasks, mobility, hygiene, and companionship. Learn more about Personal Care Assistant jobs in Melbourne.

Allied Health Professionals

Deliver specialised services such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech pathology.

Allied Health Assistants

Provide practical support to allied health teams in delivering therapy and rehabilitation services.

Home Care Support Staff

Deliver quality, individualised, person centered support for clients in their homes.

Hospitality & Support Staff

Chefs

Prepare nutritious, age-appropriate meals tailored to resident dietary needs, delivering both taste and nutrition with culinary excellence. Learn more about Aged Care Chef jobs in Melbourne.

Cooks

Assist with daily meal preparation and kitchen operations, maintaining consistency and compliance with food safety standards.

Food Service Assistants

Help prepare, plate, and serve meals; support dining room setup and clean-up while upholding hygiene and service standards. Learn more about Learn more about Food Service Assistant jobs in Melbourne.

Kitchen Hands

Provide essential support in dishwashing, cleaning, and food prep—keeping kitchen workflows smooth and compliant.

Cleaners

Ensure a consistently clean, safe, and hygienic environment for residents, staff, and visitors across all areas of your aged care facility.

Administration Staff

Handle front-of-house or office responsibilities such as phone, email, reception and scheduling.

Whether you’re seeking shortterm support or long-term staffing solutions, Ardent People delivers reliable, sector-specific professionals who are ready to contribute from day one.

For long-term workforce needs, we also offer permanent recruitment across a broad range of aged care roles, including:

Clinical, Quality, Regional, and Facility Management roles

Middle Management, Operational, and Executive positions

How we work

Consultation

We begin with a personalised consultation to understand your staffing needs, workplace culture, and long-term goals.

Candidate matching

Using our extensive talent network, we identify and shortlist candidates who align with your specific role and environment.

Screening and verification

Every candidate is thoroughly vetted with background checks, credentials, and reference verification to ensure quality and compliance.

Placement and support

After placement, we stay connected—checking in regularly to ensure satisfaction and continuous service improvement.

“Working with Ardent People has been a great experience. They found me a job that fits my schedule perfectly and the team is always supportive.”

Emily R., Catering Assistant

“I’ve had the opportunity to work in some amazing kitchens thanks to Ardent People.”

Mark T., Chef

“Ardent People has given me the chance to work with amazing teams and learn new skills. Their support has been invaluable to my career growth.”

Anjali S., Catering Assistant

“Ardent People has been a lifesaver for our facility. Their staff are professional, reliable, and truly care about our residents.”

Jane D., Facility Manager

“We’ve been impressed with the quality of staff provided by Ardent People. They seamlessly integrate into our team and provide excellent care.”

John S., Director of Nursing

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