Aboriginal Targeted Allied Health Assistant - Nutrition and Dietetics
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- The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
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- REQ635555 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants
Remuneration: 63177.29 - 63177.29 full time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ635555
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 19 April 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.
What you'll be doing
The Department focuses on addressing the unique nutritional needs of children, from neonates through to adolescents, across a wide range of clinical areas.
Our principal aim is to optimise the growth and nutritional status of children with chronic and complex medical conditions.
The role of Allied Health Assistant is to support dietitians in achieving the nutritional goals of inpatients. This includes preparing oral and enteral feeds in the sterile Formula Room, providing individualised menus, and assisting patient with meal selection. This support extends to patients requiring therapeutic diets as part their treatment. Additionally, the Allied Health Assistant contributes to the delivery of clinical care for inpatients, under the guidance of the supervising dietitian.
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
Responses to the questions below:
- This position is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
- Completion of a Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance, or an equivalent undergraduate qualification in food and nutrition or relevant work experience, with a willingness to work towards formal certification
- Experience working with infants, children and their families
- Proven ability to effectively prioritise workload, meet deadlines and complete tasks in a timely manner
- Well-developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of an organisation
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment
- Sound computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft office and email applications
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.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Shally Kumar on shally.kumar@health.nsw.gov.au
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 SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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