Child And Family Health - Registered Nurse
Empower families and shape early childhood journeys through specialised care and support.
Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: 32
Requisition ID: REQ580242
Applications Close: 22nd of June 2025
Where you'll be working:
The Family Care Cottage (FCC) is a free and confidential community health service located in Tamworth, NSW. Tamworth offers a unique blend of rural charm and city convenience, nestled against the picturesque backdrop of tree-covered mountains. Renowned for its vibrant culture and friendly community, Tamworth is the ideal place to grow your career while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
FCC provides tailored support, counselling, and education to expectant parents and families with children aged 0–3 years. Our team of Child and Family Health Nurses and a Social Worker deliver a mix of “day stay” clinics and outreach services, supporting families during their early years with practical strategies and compassionate care.
About the role:
As a Child and Family Health Nurse in the Family Care Cottage, you will play a pivotal role in promoting the wellbeing of families with young children. You'll provide expert education and support on issues such as infant feeding, sleep patterns, settling techniques, toddler behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and parent-infant attachment.
You’ll also be responsible for triaging referrals from a variety of sources, ensuring that each family receives timely and appropriate support. In this collaborative environment, you’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to deliver holistic, person-centred care that strengthens families and builds confidence during early childhood.
This is a temporary part-time position until April 2026 (0.58 FTE, 22 hours/week, Monday to Friday), based at Tamworth Community Health Service.
About you:
You are a compassionate and adaptable nurse who thrives in a family-focused setting. You bring a deep understanding of early childhood development and a genuine commitment to empowering families. You will also have:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A strong ability to collaborate with both internal teams and external agencies
- Confidence in working with families with complex needs and diverse backgrounds
- A proactive, empathetic, and person-centred approach
Requirements:
- Current Registration as a Registered Nurse/Midwife with AHPRA
- Child and Family Health qualifications
- Current NSW driver’s licence and ability to drive for work
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full-time nurses)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true work-life 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
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Meredith Harper on Meredith.Harper@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the the Child Safe Standards.. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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.
