Learning and Development Partner

Join to apply for the Learning and Development Partner role at Five Good Friends . Base pay range A$51.00/hr - A$56.00/hr Hi there We're Five Good Friends , an approved aged care and NDIS service provider. We help our Members (others call them clients) live vibrantly in their own homes by wrapping a care team around them and their families. Our innovative software coordinates in the background so our teams can focus on what matters most—delivering exceptional care. We’re proud to be a place where purpose meets impact. Every day, our work contributes to helping people live their best lives, and that starts with our people. As we grow to meet increasing demand - over 30,000 home visits a month - we’re investing in our workforce like never before. That’s where our Corporate Learning & Development strategy comes in. At Five Good Friends, you're among friends. That’s not just a tagline - it’s the heart of our People Strategy. We’re committed to building a workplace that’s dynamic, inclusive, and deeply caring. We embrace smart technology, tackle workforce challenges head-on, and create space for every team member to feel valued and supported. We know that a resilient, skilled, and compassionate workforce doesn’t happen by chance. It’s built through thoughtful recruitment, a standout employee value proposition, and critically strong development pathways . That’s why we’re looking for a Corporate L&D professional who can help us: Design and deliver impactful learning experiences across the organisation Build capability and confidence in our care teams and support staff Foster a culture of continuous learning and growth Align development initiatives with our strategic goals and values If you're passionate about enabling people to thrive, and want to make a real difference in a dynamic, purpose-led organisation, we’d love to hear from you. Because when you're among friends, you grow, succeed, and make a real difference, together. What you would do and who you would work with: You would be a part of our growing People Team. This is a newly established role where you will be able to have your say and have a real impact. It’s part-time (20 hours), and we are open to you working these hours across 3, 4 or even 5 days - we have our team meetings on a Tuesday, so we would love you to attend those . The core responsibilities of the role include: Partner with leaders to identify learning needs and deliver tailored development solutions. Design, implement and review L&D programs, policies, and career pathways. Support leadership capability at all levels, fostering a culture of continuous learning. Ensure training programs meet Aged Care Act 2024 and Strengthened Quality Standards requirements. Coordinate and deliver engaging learning initiatives, including wellbeing and compliance training. Oversee learning systems, records, and reporting, ensuring accurate tracking of participation and outcomes. Manage relationships with external training providers and coordinate course logistics. Evaluate training effectiveness and drive continuous improvement in programs and platforms. Do you have what it takes? Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Education, Psychology, or a related field. Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (desirable). 6+ years of experience in an end-to-end L&D role. Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects independently. Experience with LMS platforms and digital learning tools. Knowledge of adult learning principles, training evaluation, and capability frameworks. Experience in aged care or a regulated health environment (highly regarded). Unlimited working rights in Australia. A successful National police check, or willingness to apply. What\'s in it for you? The way we work and the perks we offer are designed to help you live a fulfilling life. The work we do is meaningful, and the problems we solve are interesting. Great pay that matches your skills and experience. Flexible working – based at our South Brisbane HQ, with the option to work from home a few days a week. $500 yearly wellness allowance to spend on anything that helps you feel good outside of work. Extra time off – after 2 years, you’ll earn an extra day of annual leave each year. You can also buy more leave if you’d like. Free, confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program. Parental leave support – we top up wages for eligible caregivers, and primary caregivers get extra super during their first year of unpaid leave. Free Five Good Friends membership (worth over $7,000/year) for a loved one receiving care. We’re a genuinely great place to work – our employee engagement scores are 17% above the industry average. Okinawa trip – after 5 years with us, we’ll send you to Japan to visit the community that inspired Five Good Friends. Flights, hotel, and transfers are all covered. Find out more about Five Good Friends here: How to Apply If this role sounds like you, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts. We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity. Please include your CV and a cover letter in your application, telling us a bit about yourself and your suitability for this role within our organisation. Please, no external agencies or recruiters. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Part-time Job function Consulting, Human Resources, and Training Industries Hospitals and Health Care, Community Services, and Health and Human Services #J-18808-Ljbffr