Health Promotion Officer (Health Education Officer Grad) School Years - Perm FT
South Western Sydney Local Health District
Requisition ID: REQ667459
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $74,326.00 - $118,754.00 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: SWSLHD District Wide Service, Liverpool
Applications close: 14/06/2026
Contact: Michelle Edgtton - Acting Senior Health Promotion Officer School Years on (02) 8738 5911 | Michelle.Edgtton@health.nsw.gov.au
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Be part of a supportive, collaborative, and passionate team delivering the Live Life Well at School program across South Western Sydney, where your work will directly contribute to healthier futures for children and families. In this role, you will plan, implement, and evaluate innovative healthy eating and active living initiatives that make a real difference in schools and communities. By building strong partnerships with schools, community organisations, health services, and key stakeholders, you will help deliver engaging, evidence‐based programs that empower children and young people to develop lifelong healthy behaviours, increase participation in physical activity, and improve overall wellbeing outcomes.
Are You the Right Fit?
A high level of attention to detail and strong organisational skills are essential, along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Outstanding communication and relationship‐building capabilities enable effective engagement with diverse communities and stakeholders. Knowledge and experience in health promotion, community engagement, and or school‐based programs are highly valued, supported by a genuine passion for improving health outcomes for children, families, and communities. This opportunity suits a motivated individual who is driven to make a meaningful impact and thrives in a dynamic, purpose‐driven environment.
Selection Criteria
* Tertiary qualifications in health or related field
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience in community and school‐based health promotion programs, particularly around planning, implementation and evaluation of initiatives targeting healthy eating and active living in children 6 to 16 years and their families
* Understanding of issues that may impact service delivery in priority populations including social disadvantage, Aboriginal communities, and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities, with demonstrated ability to adapt programs and approaches to meet the needs of these groups
* Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain partnerships with other staff and government, nongovernmental and community organisations, including experience working collaboratively to support project delivery and sustainability
* Demonstrated digital literacy, organisational, problem‐solving, and teamwork skills, including experience using digital platforms and systems (e.g. Microsoft Office, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, and survey or data collection tools) to support project planning, delivery, monitoring, and evaluation
* Applicants must possess an Australian C‐Class driver's licence (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class licence (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) licence within three months of appointment. Learner's licences are not permitted
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full‐time and part‐time staff)
One extra day off each month for full‐time employees
Work‐Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programmes that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Temporary visa holders may be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
South Western Sydney Local Health District 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.
NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.
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