Travel across the Northern Child Network and contribute to outreach clinics that broaden your impact.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time Opportunities (Until June 2026 & January 2027)
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3
Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 30
Requisition ID: REQ650968
Location: Newcastle Community Health Service
Applications Close: Sunday, 19th April 2026
Where you'll be working
You'll join HNEkidsRehab, a specialist service delivering medically led, multidisciplinary rehabilitative care for children, young people and families across the Child Healthcare Network, Northern. The team works in a community-based clinic setting and is supported by a collaborative network of allied health and medical professionals who are committed to high-quality, client-centred care. This is a service where education, supervision and ongoing professional development are embedded in the way the team works.
About The Role
As a Physiotherapist, you'll provide evidence-based physiotherapy input to children attending specialist clinics and rehabilitation blocks, working closely with other health professionals to support assessment, intervention and ongoing care. Your work will be predominantly outpatient-based, with a focus on the cerebral palsy and movement disorders clinic, toxin clinic, and rehabilitation services for children and young people requiring intensive rehab support.
The role may also involve working with children and young people in their homes and schools, as well as attending outreach clinics across the Northern Child Health Network, including occasional overnight stays. You'll also contribute your paediatric physiotherapy knowledge to support other teams and clinicians, helping strengthen service delivery across the district.
About You
You're a motivated and enthusiastic physiotherapist who enjoys working with children and families and is committed to delivering a high-quality, client-centred service. You thrive in a dynamic multidisciplinary environment, bring sound paediatric physiotherapy experience, and are keen to continue improving outcomes through evidence-based practice and service development.
Key Qualifications
* Current Authority to Practice with AHPRA as a Physiotherapist.
* Eligibility to drive in NSW, with the willingness and ability to travel for work purposes, including long-distance travel and outreach clinics.
* Experience in paediatric physiotherapy, particularly rehabilitation.
* Knowledge or experience in paediatric brain injury and cerebral palsy.
* A collaborative approach and the ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.
* Motivation, initiative and a problem-solving mindset.
* A genuine commitment to improving service provision and supporting children and families.
The Perks
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – giving you the opportunity for true Work‐life balance
* Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
* Fitness Passport for health and well‐being – discounted gym options for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Legal and Equality Statement
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child‐safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. 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.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part‐time vacancies.
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