Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Assist In Nursing

Remuneration: 65150.16 - 71479.42 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: Casual

Requisition ID: REQ693240

Location:Bear Cotage, Manly

Applications Close:Midnight on 25 October 2026

For role related queries or questions contactPhilippa Smith on [email protected]

At theSydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.

As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

Bear Cottage cares for children with life limiting illnesses and their families providing respite, symptom management and end of life care in a home like environment. We are looking for Undergraduate Nursing students who have completed 3 semesters of University to work alongside our Registered Nurses in providing holistic nursing care to the children we care for. Experience working with children and the ability to work flexible shifts is desirable.

This is a wonderful opportunity for those interested in a future career working with children and to develop knowledge and skills in palliative care.

What you'll be doing

The undergraduate Assistant in Nursing provides safe, compassionate, person-centred care to patients and families of the Sydney Children's Hospital Network, under the direct supervision of an Enrolled Nurse or a Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife.

The Assistant in Nursing acts as a role model by demonstrating behaviours and interacting with patients, their families and employees to promote a culture and standards that reflect the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness , Respect and Empowerment.

Additional Benefits (where applicable):Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)

How to Apply:

Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:

• A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience

• Responses to the questions below:

• Documented evidence of undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing (3rd yr.) or Masters (2nd Yr.) which would lead to Registration with the National Registration Board (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse
• Previous recent relevant experience as an Assistant in Nursing.
• Demonstrated ability to be an effective team member.
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Australian citizenship or a visa which permits employment in Australia

Child Safe Standards:

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information:

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

PermanentNSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by theOffice of the Children’s Guardian.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [email protected]

For technical support please contact 1300 679 367

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