Nourish little lives. Support thriving families.

Requisition ID: REQ

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until July 2027

Position Classification: Dietitian Level 3

Remuneration: $61.31 to $63.29 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging

Hours Per Week: 8 hours per week

Location: Wallsend Campus

Applications Close: Sunday 6th September 2027

About The Role And Where You Will Be Working

Join the SNF Plus Pilot and make a meaningful difference to children and families across Greater Newcastle.

Based at Wallsend, you’ll be part of an enthusiastic multidisciplinary team supporting vulnerable families. You’ll bring your expertise to weekly case reviews, provide clinical consultation, and work directly with families through home visits and telehealth.

With outreach across the Greater Newcastle area, this is an opportunity to use your skills in a collaborative, family-centred service where your expertise can make a real difference

About You

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Dietitian with expertise in infant and child nutrition, growth and development, breastfeeding, feeding challenges and the introduction of solids.

You will bring a family-centred, evidence‑based approach, with the ability to identify concerns early, build strong relationships with families and empower parents and carers to achieve the best possible outcomes for their children.

You will be a compassionate, collaborative and innovative clinician who thrives working as part of a multidisciplinary team. The role is well supported by the Child and Family Health leadership, Allied Health and Child and Family Health Nursing teams.

Orientation and support will be provided on commencement. All Dietitians are required to maintain mandatory education requirements.

Requirements





Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in nutrition and dietetics that provides eligibility for full membership of the Dietitians Association of Australia, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.

What We Can Offer

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
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro‑rat​a for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well‑being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional Information

- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New 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 this instance, 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.

For role related queries or questions contact Margaret Ridgway on

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). 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. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. 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: is beneficial to most HNELHD 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 or .

HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of perks such 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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📌 Dietitian Level 3 Sustaining NSW Families Plus Pilot (Maitland)
🏢 Hunter New England Local Health District
📍 Maitland