Job Title and Employer

Assisted Nursing Position at Tamworth Hospital

Remuneration

$26.93 – $29.55 per hour plus superannuation and salary packaging.

Location

Tamworth Hospital

Employment Type

Casual

Position Classification

Assistant in Nursing

Requisition ID

REQ

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

About Your New Job

Tamworth Hospital are looking for Assistants in Nursing (AINs) to work across multiple wards within their facility. You'll have the opportunity to rotate across a variety of departments or specialise in an area that aligns with your passion. You’ll join a professional, supportive team committed to guiding and empowering you throughout every stage of your nursing journey.

You’ll not work alone; you’ll receive supernumerary shifts to support learning and ongoing support from ENs, RNs, and the Nurse Unit Manager. Tamworth Hospital champions professional growth and encourages staff to pursue ongoing professional development.

Where You'll Be Working

Tamworth Hospital is the principal referral hospital for the northern sector of Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), servicing a population of over 180,000 people. This major rural referral facility provides a wide range of specialist services, including emergency, medical, surgical, maternity, critical care, mental health, rehabilitation, and outpatient services.

The hospital is a teaching facility affiliated with the University of Newcastle, offering opportunities to work with clinicians involved in research, education, and innovation. Tamworth combines rural living advantages with quality schools, cultural events, sporting facilities,



and transport connections. Find out more about our beautiful region here: Living in Tamworth, NSW.

What We Can Offer You

- Salary packaging: Up to $9k for living expenses, $2.6k for meal & entertainment, and Novated leasing.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
- Opportunity to collaborate with a range of non‑clinical and clinical professionals.
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero.
- Approved Days Off each month for full‑time employees.

Requirements

Certificate III Assistant in Nursing; or currently enrolled in an undergraduate Registered Nursing degree (completion of first year and first semester or trimester of second year); or currently enrolled in a TAFE NSW Diploma of Nursing (completion of identified foundational units in practice and 120 hours of clinical placement).

Additional Information

- To be eligible for permanent employment you must be an Australian Citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a Current Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.
- Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in that case you may only be offered employment 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.

Need more information?

- Click here for the Position Description.
- Find out more about applying for this position.

For role‑related queries or questions, contact Amanda Menzies ( ).

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit

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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. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier‑free application process.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging may increase your take‑home pay. Salary package includes a range of personal expenses such as novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Contact SalaryPackagingPLUS via or .

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📌 Casual Assistant in Nursing (Tamworth Regional Council)
🏢 Hunter New England Local Health District
📍 Tamworth Regional Council