Principal Guardian – Public Guardian
Multiple temporary full-time and part-time opportunities available.
Opportunities available across multiple NSW locations.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements available.
Clerk Grade
7/8
.
Base salary $
116,******
to $
129,******
p.a
.
plus 12
% superannuation
and annual leave loading.
A
talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for 18 months.
About us
At NSW Trustee and Guardian our purpose is to support the rights, welfare, and interests of the people of NSW.
The agency supports the NSW Trustee, the Public Guardian and the Commissioner of Dormant Funds to carry out their statutory functions.
We do this by providing a range of customer-centred services, including Will-making, trustee, financial management and guardianship services, including some for the state's most vulnerable people.
We support over 50,000 customers annually and manage almost seven billion dollars in customer assets.
A NSW government agency within the Communities and Justice Portfolio, our services help support and protect people at critical moments in their lives.
Our commitment to diversity
Our workplace reflects the diverse community we serve.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.
This includes women, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
About the team
The Public Guardian, a division of NSW Trustee & Guardian, supports the rights, welfare and interests of people who may be unable to make certain health and lifestyle decisions independently or with support.
Appointed by a court or tribunal, the Public Guardian may make decisions about accommodation, medical and dental treatment, health care and access to services.
The division also provides information and support to private and enduring guardians, service providers and the broader community,



while undertaking advocacy and stakeholder engagement to improve outcomes for people with disability and other people experiencing vulnerability.
About the role
As a
Principal Guardian
, you will make complex health and lifestyle decisions and advocate for positive outcomes for
represented
people,
in accordance with
the
Guardianship Act **** (NSW)
, relevant legislation and Public Guardian standards and policies.
You will manage sensitive and co
mplex matters, work with families, service
providers
and government agencies, and use sound judgement,
negotiation
and advocacy to resolve challenging issues.
You will also provide leadership, supervision and mentoring to Senior Guardians, Guardians and support staff, provide advice on complex cases, and prepare high-quality reports,
submissions
and recommendations.
For more information about the position, view th
e
role description
.
About you
You will be an experienced professional with the judgement, resilience and leadership capability to manage complex and sensitive guardianship matters.
You will bring:
Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Sound judgement, analytical thinking and problem-solving capability
Excellent written communication and report-writing skills
Demonstrated leadership, coaching and mentoring capability
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
A commitment to ethical, person-centred practice and achieving positive outcomes for represented people.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.
Essential requirements
Degree and/or equivalent experience in social work, health, behavioural sciences or related discipline.




Available to travel throughout NSW and to undertake after hours work on a rotational basis.
What we offer
NSW Trustee and Guardian offers engaging, challenging and rewarding work that has real purpose.
Other perks of joining us include:
work-life balance with flexible work options (working from different work locations, variable start/finish times, job sharing)
various leave options (recreation, parental, and flex leave of up to 24 days per year)
career development including study leave and acting opportunities
access to Fitness Passport and employee assistance program, and annual flu vaccinations
Be part of something bigger.
For more information about joining us, visit the
Careers page
on our website.
How to apply
To apply for this role:
complete the online application
submit a resume (maximum five pages) and brief cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your skills,
experience
and suitability
.
answer the following targeted question (maximum
one
page):
Describe a work situation where you have had to advocate with multiple stakeholders in order to achieve a positive outcome for a customer.
How did you do this?
What did you need to consider in order to do this?
To be eligible for ongoing employment in NSW Trustee and Guardian
,
you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or a
n Australian
permanent resident.
Read:
writing your job application
for tips on the application process.
Visit the
Capability Application Tool
to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice applications and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.
Closing date
Applications close 11:59pm,
Sunday 08/11/2026.
For enquiries about the role, ple
ase contact Hiring Manager – Phil Kearton, Assistant Public Guardian on
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For enquiries about the recruitment process, plea
se contact Kriselle Leggett, Talent Acquisition Officer on
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