NSW Government

Allied Health Educator (Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Social Worker, Speech Pathologist, Welfare Officer Lvl 5, Senior Clinical Psychologist) - Temp FT

🔍 Warwick Farm, SWSLHD District Wide Service | Western Sydney

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Education and Training Officer
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South Western Sydney Local Health District
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REQ679012 Requisition #

Created by Matthew Aldenhoven

Requisition ID: REQ679012

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until 18/12/2026 

Renumeration:

  • Welfare Officer Lvl 5: $2,708.37 - $2,774.42 per week
  • Occupational Therapist Lvl 5: $2,708.37 - $2,774.42 per week
  • Physiotherapist Lvl 5: $2,708.37 - $2,774.42 per week
  • Speech Pathologist Lvl 5: $2,708.37 - $2,774.42 per week
  • Social Worker Lvl 5: $2,708.37 - $2,774.42 per week

  • Senior Clinical Psychologist: $2,884.13 - $3,049.37 per week


     

Location: SWSLHD District Wide Service

Applications close: 26/07/26

Contact: Catherine Gonzalez - A/ Manager - Multidisciplinary Clinical Education and Development Team on Catherine.Gonzalez@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 
Are you passionate about education, workforce development and supporting clinicians to deliver high-quality care? An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Allied Health Professional to join the Education and Organisational Development Service (EODS) as the Allied Health Educator – Generalist Portfolio on a 4-month secondment. 

  • Work with Allied Health leaders, clinicians and stakeholders across the District to identify learning needs, develop and deliver education programs, support early career staff, and contribute to workforce capability initiatives that strengthen patient care and staff development. 
  • This role offers the opportunity to expand your skills in education leadership, program development, stakeholder engagement and service-wide project work. 
 

Are You the Right Fit? 
The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality service in supporting NSW Health clinicians and promoting workforce development. Hence, the candidate must:  

  • Be an experienced Allied Health clinician with a passion for education and workforce development. 
  • Have proven experience designing, delivering and evaluating education programs in healthcare settings. 
  • Apply adult learning principles to create engaging and effective learning experiences. 
  • Be confident facilitating learning for multidisciplinary and diverse audiences. 
  • Demonstrate excellent presentation, communication and stakeholder engagement skills. 
  • Use evidence-based practice to inform education design and improve workforce capability.
  • Be highly organised, adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities.
  • Build strong relationships with clinicians, managers and stakeholders across the District.

  • Be innovative and comfortable utilising contemporary education modalities, including blended and virtual learning approaches.

     

 

Selection Criteria 
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below. 

  • Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Allied Health Professional or a tertiary qualification in an allied health discipline with eligibility for membership of the relevant Australian professional association.
  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or successor qualification), or TAE40110 with required upgrade units (TAEASS502 and TAELLN411), and/or a postgraduate qualification in adult education.
  • Outline how you meet the essential qualifications and requirements for this role, including:- Your Allied Health qualification and registration/professional membership- Any adult education qualifications (e.g. Certificate IV TAE, postgraduate education qualifications) or progress towards obtaining them
  • Tell us about an education, training or workforce development initiative you have led or contributed to. What was your role, how did you approach it, and what outcomes were achieved?
  • This role works closely with clinicians, managers and key stakeholders across multiple services. Describe a time when you successfully collaborated with others to achieve a shared outcome.

  • Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted. 

     

     

 

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  • How to Apply 

  • Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

    • 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.

  • Aboriginal Workforce 


More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

  • Financial Perks

    • 12% superannuation

    • Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary

    • 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

  • Grow Your Career

  • Health & Wellbeing

    • Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport

    • Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

    • Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

 

Additional Information 

  • Vaccination Requirements 

  • Child Safe Employment 

    • 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.

  • Temporary Positions 

    • For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements. 

 

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