Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Admin Off Lvl 3
Remuneration: Full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 36
Requisition ID: REQ602573
Location: Westmead
Applications close: Midnight on 21 September 2025
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
What you'll be doing
The Clinical Support Administrator provides administrative support for a health care team on a designated ward/unit under the management** of the Nursing Unit Manager (NUM). The Clinical Support Administrator works under broad supervision, and is given scope to exercise initiative in the application of established work practices and procedures to achieve excellent customer service within the unit (patients/families and staff).
About You
Describe the qualities and attributes of an ideal candidate, followed by specific skills and qualifications.
* Certificate III in Health Administration (or equivalent); or demonstrated relevant administration experience; or a combination of study and work experience.
* Ability to work effectively as a key member of a multi-disciplinary health team to enable the provision of excellent customer service.
* Ability to deal confidently and courteously with people who may be distressed, people from diverse backgrounds and health care staff from different positions and levels.
* Demonstrated experience in use of Information Systems, including patient administration systems, word processing, email, databases and preparation and use of spreadsheets.
* Ability to work on a rotating roster (if relevant and required).
How to Apply
Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:
* A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
* Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)
* Salary packaging for tax savings
* Meal entertainment savings
* Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
* Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Fitness Passport
* Flexible Work Practice Opportunities
Need more information?
* Click here for the Position Description
* Find out more about applying for this position
* Learn more about The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
* Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Further Contacts and Support
For role related queries or questions contact Nathan Tran on
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-
For technical support please contact the customer services team on
Child Safe Standards
SCHN 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. 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
* Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
* NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
* SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
* Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
* All workers must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.
* This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian Website
* For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.
Eligibility List –
An eligibility list may be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.