Nursing Unit Manager 2- Wade Ward (Maternity Leave Relief)
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 25 July 2027
Position Classification: Nurse Unit Mgr Lvl 2
Remuneration: 137104.41 - 137104.41 full time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ662991
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 24 May 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Alan Gardo on alan.gardo@health.nsw.gov.au
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.
An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and dedicated nurse to step into the Nurse Unit Manager 2 role, as maternity leave relief for 12 months. Wade Ward provides care for young people aged 12–18 years with a range of medical, surgical, and mental health conditions. We are seeking an enthusiastic leader who brings energy, initiative, and a strong clinical foundation to this rewarding position. As NUM, you will lead and support a committed multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality inpatient care to young people and their families. You will be supported by an established leadership framework and a collaborative network that encourages professional growth and development. If you are ready to further develop your leadership skills and make a meaningful impact in adolescent healthcare, this role offers an excellent next step in your career.
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:
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Relevant management tertiary qualification or equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience with a demonstrated commitment to professional development.
- Demonstrated motivational, leadership, interpersonal and high level communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to be innovative, creative and self-directed related to clinical practice.
- Demonstrated ability to set priorities, establish and achieve agreed objectives.
- Demonstrated understanding and commitment to continuous quality improvement and the ability to manage change.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively lead a nursing team within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Demonstrable advanced negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
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 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
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
Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
