Sydney Children’s Hospital Network – Westmead NSW

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time

Position Classification:Child Care Worker

Remuneration:61407.92 - 69503.42 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week:38

Requisition ID:REQ704916

Location: Westmead

Applications Close: Midnight on 15 November 2026

For role related queries or questions contact Suzanne Dearling on ***@health.nsw.gov.au

At the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.

As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

What you'll be doing

IN RESPECT OF CURRICULUM

- consult with educators to plan, implement & evaluate the curriculum, ensuring an anti-bias approach
- create a friendly, secure & stimulating learning environment for children at all times plan, prepare & set up/pack away the environment

IN RESPECT OF CHILDREN

- treat each child with dignity & respect taking into account cultural, socio-economic & other differences/similarities
- implement curriculum utilising child development & interests in a flexible manner
- plan for short/long term development of each child in your immediate care
- be responsible for large or small groups
- liaise with families in a positive manner about the development of their child
- consult the Nominated supervisor prior to discussing children's records
- make appropriate & responsible decisions regarding the needs & welfare of children
- report any child protection issues/incidents to the Nominated Supervisor and/or The Child Protection Helpline




- work with 0-6 year olds or 5-12 year olds at Vacation Care

IN RESPECT OF EDUCATORS

- attend all staff, room & menu meetings
- provide input & resources to support professional development
- work co-operatively in planning & operations
- maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality & interpersonal skills

IN RESPECT OF FAMILIES

- develop good rapport with families
- share information with children's families appropriately & constructively along with any concerns
- be involved in all methods of parent communication
- maintain confidentiality & respect families individual needs, backgrounds & situations

IN RESPECT OF SERVICE

- participate in meetings, conferences & training courses
- develop co-operative relationships with educators to ensure a smooth operating Service & a caring, secure, active environment for children at all times
- maintain equipment & assist with minor repairs
- report shortages in provisions, so that re-orders can be placed
- be responsible for security when opening/locking up
- attend Committee meetings
- abide by & adhere to all Service policies & participate in reviews
- abide by grievance procedures & work towards positive resolutions
- assist in briefing, supervising & evaluating students, voluntary helpers or visitors
- maintain required educator/child ratios at all times
- participate in Educator reviews & appraisals
- participate in Quality Improvement & Planning
- other duties as requested by the Nominated Supervisor

Extra benefits (where applicable)

- Flexible work opportunities
- Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
- accrued days off (ADOs)
- fitness passport
- employee assistance program (EAP)

Child Safe Standards

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-secure

📌 Child Care Educator (Sydney)
🏢 Sydney Children's Hospital Network
📍 Sydney