Health Promotion Officer (Health Education Officer Graduate) Early Years - Perm FT & Temp PT
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- Health Education Officer
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- REQ597638 Requisition #
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- Aug 08, 2025 Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time 38 hours per week and Temporary Part Time, working 14 hours per week until July 2026
Location: Northumberland Street, Liverpool
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Graduate
Remuneration: $36.04 - $57.58 per hour
Requisition ID: REQ597638
Application Close Date: 24/08/2025
Interview Date Range: 27/08/2025 - 03/09/2025
Contact Details: Cecilia Vuong – 0417 703 564 | cecilia.vuong@health.nsw.gov.au
About the Opportunity
Are you passionate about improving healthy eating and physical activity and reducing screen time for children 0-5 years?
The Health Promotion Team at SWSLHD is seeking enthusiastic and passionate Health Promotion Officers to plan and implement healthy lifestyle initiatives for children and their families in South Western Sydney, including the delivery of Healthy Children Initiative (HCI) programs.
We are looking for people who are engaging and driven to bring fresh ideas and build strong relationships and partnerships to help program implementation. If you are ready to bring your theoretical knowledge and practical skills in Health Promotion to SWSLHD and start your exciting career, click APPLY NOW! We have 1 x Permanent Full-Time role available and 1 x Temporary Part-Time role, 14 hours per week until July 2026 available.
What You'll be Doing
The Health Promotion Officer (HPO) will plan, implement and evaluate programs promoting healthy eating and active living and reducing screen time for children 0-5 years and their families. They will also be responsible for implementing Healthy Children Initiative programs such as Munch and Move, in early childhood and educational services (including family day care services) with local level tailoring and adaptation as needed.
The purpose of this position is to improve the health of people living in south western Sydney by contributing to Health Promotion programs of work in line with South Western Sydney Local Health District and the Ministry of Health’s goals, principles, and strategies.
The Health Promotion Officer will primarily work in the Early Years & Ageing stream and contribute to evidence based and/or innovative programs of work for population health priorities. The Health Promotion Officer may also work on projects from the Health & Wellbeing stream as required.
The HPO will primarily be responsible for working with the team to:
- deliver all stages of planning, implementation, evaluation, reporting and sustainability of programs promoting healthy eating and active living of children from birth to 5 years and their families/carers.
- implement the early years Healthy Children Initiative programs e.g. Munch and Move across SWSLHD to meet Ministry of Health performance indicators with local level tailoring and adaptation as needed.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Tertiary qualifications in health or related field.
Demonstrated knowledge of health promotion theory and experience in project planning, implementation, evaluation and dissemination
Knowledge and experience in working with one of the Healthy Children Initiative in early years settings: preschools, long day care, family day care.
Understanding of issues that may impact service delivery in relation to social, disadvantage, CALD and Aboriginal communities.
Effective organisational and communication skills and the ability to work on a variety of projects simultaneously with minimal supervision.
- 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.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Cecilia Vuong on cecilia.vuong@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
