Allied Health Clinical Educator

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, 16 hours per week up until June 2026

Location: Bolger Street Campbelltown and Hoxton Park Community Health Center

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 4, Speech Pathologist Level 4

Remuneration: Dependant on Classification

Occupational Therapist Level 4:$ $62.84 per hour

Speech Pathologist Level 4:$ $62.84 per hour

Requisition ID: REQ600436

Application Close Date: 07/09/2025

Interview Date Range: 10/09/ /09/2025

Contact Details: Kate Tylor – |

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists to be part of the Brighter Beginnings Health and Development Checks team in South Western Sydney Local Health District. We are seeking a dedicated allied health Clinical Educator to join our team working 2 days per week (16 hours per week).

As an allied health Clinical Educator (Speech Pathologist or Occupational Therapist) you will have the opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team providing health and developmental screening in early education settings and providing assessment, intervention and capacity building and direct care pathways for children in SWSLHD.

This role is a truly unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children in the area. You will be a compassionate, understanding and adaptable person who is ready to become a leader. We are looking for someone who is truly passionate about their role and team whilst delivering a family centred service, in consultation with clients and carers/families.

You will be working with a small multidisciplinary team who are highly supportive of each other. You will have great communication skills and be ready to progress both your own career and skills but also empower your team. You will have the opportunity to share your knowledge and network within the wider healthcare team and the Brighter Beginnings Health and Development Checks team.

What You'll be Doing

The clinical educator is responsible for the coordination of allied health placements offered in the Brighter Beginnings Health and Development Checks program and liaising with relevant universities. The position involves direct supervision of students as well as providing support, resources and education to multidisciplinary staff in the department who are supervising students. The Clinical Educator also carries a clinical caseload in the Brighter Beginnings program.

They will also contribute to senior departmental duties including clinical supervision, leading of quality improvement activities, participation in service development and other administrative responsibilities as required.

Where You'll Be Working

SWSLHD Primary & Community Health provides a comprehensive range of community-based services designed to improve and maintain the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities across South Western Sydney.

These services include prevention, early intervention, assessment, acute and post-acute treatment, health maintenance, and continuing care. The team supports diverse populations, offering specialised programs for children, young people, older adults, and at-risk communities.

With over 800 dedicated staff, including Aboriginal Health Workers, nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals, the service ensures high-quality care close to where people live.

The focus on community health and wellbeing makes SWSLHD Primary & Community Health an ideal place to work, providing opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the community.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

• Must hold an accredited qualification in Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology. Either professional registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) (where required) or eligibility for membership with professional body (where applicable). Extensive post graduate clinical experience demonstrating advanced clinical knowledge and skills in the provision of Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy services to paediatric clients with complex and diverse needs, preferably in a community setting.
• Demonstrated experience in providing clinical leadership, supervision and education for staff.
• Demonstrated experience providing supervision and education to students including demonstrated application of adult learning principles.
• Demonstrated leadership in the planning, implementation and evaluation of local service delivery incorporating the quality improvement process.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective internal and external partnerships
• Demonstrated experience in providing consultation and education to colleagues and external parties that adheres to EBP principles.
• Demonstrated experience working with vulnerable and/or at risk communities ensuring the provision of client/family centred care.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to use multidisciplinary teamwork and to collaborate with other services/organisations relevant to case management and service delivery.
• Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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Additional Information

Salary Packaging

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.

Health & Fitness

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.

Transforming Your Experience

Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people's rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.

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