Join our Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network at NSW Health for an exciting ongoing employment opportunity and help shape the future of health in New South Wales!

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Executive leadership role leading nursing, education and workforce excellence across Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network.

An exciting opportunity is available for a dynamic leader to shape the future of paediatric nursing, education and innovation.

- We are seeking a agile individual with a proven track record of strategic leadership in complex healthcare environments.

This role will be located across the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network, including Randwick and Westmead sites.

About this role

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enriching health and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network is seeking an accomplished executive to lead nursing and education across a world-renowned children's health service. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will provide strategic leadership for nursing, education, workforce development and innovation across Australia's largest paediatric health network.

As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will influence organisational strategy, drive workforce excellence and advance high-quality care for children and families.

If you are an experienced executive who thrives on leading change and delivering impact, this role offers the chance to shape the future of paediatric healthcare.

This is an ongoing, full time, Band 1, Health Service Senior Executive (HSSE) role. An attractive remuneration package within the range of$232,397 to $258,091 per annum, with annual performance reviews,



will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

About you

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:

- Extensive senior nursing leadership experience with a strong track record in complex organisations.
- Proven expertise in financial, workforce and strategic planning to optimise health service performance and resources.
- Strong knowledge of health policy, nursing reform, education and continuous improvement in healthcare settings.

Closing Date

Closing Date: Monday 26 October 2026 (11:59pm)

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a Recent Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

Additional information

- This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
- Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

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📌 Director Nursing and Education (City of Randwick)
🏢 NSW Ministry of Health
📍 City of Randwick