Casual High School Immunisation Administrative Officer
Requisition ID: REQ631625
Remuneration: $28.81 - $32.51 per hour
Location: Based at Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and Port Stephens regions
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Administrative Officer Level 1
Hours Per Week: Variable (school terms only)
Closing Date: Sunday 8th February 2026
Join the High School Immunisation Team! Be part of a team making a difference in adolescent health.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and organised individual to join our High School Immunisation Team, delivering essential vaccinations to adolescents as part of the NSW School Vaccination Program. Based in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and Port Stephens, you will support the program by working directly with schools to provide key vaccinations.
What you'll be doing
You’ll work alongside a dynamic team of registered nurses to ensure the efficient operation of vaccination clinics during school terms. This casual position offers a mix of short and long days, giving you the flexibility to balance work and life commitments.
What we Offer
- Comprehensive training and education support.
- Collaborate with a dynamic team of registered nurses.
- Contribute to an impactful public health program.
- Flexible casual role perfect for work-life balance.
About You:
We’re looking for a proactive and organised communicator who thrives in a team environment. You’ll need:
- Confidence working with adolescents.
- Strong computer skills.
- An eye for detail and a passion for making a difference.
Why Join Us?
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
On top of this we also offer;
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Ready to Apply?
If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you. Take the next step in your career and join a program that enriches the health of young people every day.
Additional information:
Hunter New England Health 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.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
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Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Susan Darby on Susan.Darby@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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