Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to 28 February 2027
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Remuneration: 112977.04 - 116639.98 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 8
Requisition ID: REQ650503
Location: Westmead
Applications close: Midnight on 29 March 2026
At the Sydney 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.
In May 2026, The Children's Hospital at Westmead will open a brand new Surgical Short Stay Unit within our state-of-the-art facility. This purpose-built 12-bed unit will care for children undergoing short stay surgery, as well as the initial 24-hour care for high-acuity and complex surgical procedures. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) to be part of this exciting new service from the ground up. The CNE will lead and support the education, capability development and clinical practice of nursing staff within the unit, working closely with the Nursing Unit Manager and multidisciplinary team. This role supports safe, high-quality, child and family centred care and is ideal for someone who enjoys building education frameworks, supporting staff development and embedding best practice in a fast-paced clinical environment
Eligible employees may access:
* Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
* Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full time staff
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Fitness Passport
* Flexible Work Opportunities
How to Apply:
Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:
* A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
* Responses to the questions below:
* Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Relevant clinical or education post registration qualifications or such education and clinical experience deemed appropriate by the employer
* Demonstrated effective clinical teaching skills
* Demonstrated commitment to clinical and professional development
* Demonstrated advanced written, verbal and interpersonal skills
* Knowledge and understanding of NSQHS Standards relating to education
* Knowledge of adult learning principles
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.
Permanent NSW 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 the Office of the Children's Guardian.
An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary part time vacancies
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) 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
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