Sydney Children's Hospital Peadiatric Palliative Care Physiotherapist

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Physiotherapist Lvl 4

Remuneration: full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: 24 (must be able to work every Wednesday and other days are negotiable)

Requisition ID: REQ617631

Location: Randwick

Applications Close: Midnight on 4 December 2025

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.

This role will require working on Wednesday to attend the multidisciplinary meeting. Other days are negotiable.

What you'll be doing

The physiotherapist will provide expert clinical services to patients known to the Palliative Care service. The physiotherapist will provide assessment, intervention and planning for outcomes around function and participation, which improve quality of life. Services will be delivered to both inpatients and outpatients, and may involve direct clinical care (in hospital or in the community), and/or consultative care. The physiotherapist will liaise with local and community-based services involved with the patient and family.

The physiotherapist will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide evidence-based, holistic care within a family-centred model of care.

As an expert clinician the physiotherapist will contribute towards and lead multidisciplinary and discipline specific education, and quality improvement or research activities.

The physiotherapist will act as a resource and clinical consultant for statewide services involved in the care of children and young people with life limiting conditions.

The physiotherapist will contribute at an advanced level to:

• Planning, development and evaluation of physiotherapy services and models of care both within the physiotherapy department and palliative care teams
• Development, implementation and evaluation of resources, policies, procedures and practice guidelines relevant to the pediatric palliative care population, across the SCHN

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Recognised qualification in Physiotherapy and current AHPRA registration
• Extensive postgraduate experience and knowledge in the management of children and young people with a life limiting condition or illness and a demonstrated understanding of the impact of issues related to palliative care on function, participation and quality of life.
• Demonstrated advanced level of clinical reasoning and skills across a range of areas, preferably with experience in oncology, neurology, cardiorespiratory and aquatic physiotherapy.

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description

Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)

• Salary packaging for tax savings
• Meal entertainment savings
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Passport
• Flexible Work Practice Opportunities

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position
• Learn more about The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
• Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.

Further Contacts and Support

For role related queries or questions contact Annette Zucco on

We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-

For technical support please contact the customer services team on

Child Safe Standards

SCHN 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 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.

Additional Information

Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.

NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.

Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

All workers must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian Website

Eligibility List

An eligibility list may be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

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