Child Life Therapist - Permanent
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Play Therapist Lvl 1
Remuneration: 76364 - 89232 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ648387
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 22 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.
We are excited to offer a new permanent Child Life Therapy, Level 1-2 role as part of our growth at The Children’s Hospital Westmead as we support the move to our newly developed Wattle Facility. This role will be embedded without our Child Life team and caseload allocation determined based on strategic planning in our department and the clinical needs.
Please note the days of work and length of shifts are negotiable with the successful applicant of this role, based on department needs and applicant preference.
What you'll be doing
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:
1. A bachelor of Education / Teaching (or a degree with a minimum of 2 years proven studies in Child Development plus education content)
2. Experience working with children 0-18yrs - especially 0-8years
3. Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills, with proven success in multidisciplinary team settings.
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 full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
4) 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 role related queries or questions contact Sarah Scott on Sarah.Scott1@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
