Allied Health Assistant

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants

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

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ622119

Location: Westmead

Applications Close: Midnight on 23 November 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.

The Orthotics Department at The Children's Hospital at Westmead is expanding, and is looking to recruit 2 Allied Health Assistants to join the team.

This position provides technical support in the manufacture of orthotic devices. We value team members with experience or interest in using hand tools, workshop machinery, leather work, welding, and plastic moulding, Applicants with trade skills are strongly encouraged to apply.

What you'll be doing

The Allied Health Assistant (Orthotic) provides technical assistance to orthotists and the manufacture of a range of orthotic and related devices for patients referred to the Orthotics Department and through participation in the Orthotics team, works the manufacture achievement of the mission, philosophy and objectives of the Orthotics Department.

The normal hours of operation are from 8.00 am to 4.30 pm, Monday to Friday. On occasion may work outside of these times in special circumstance or in the case of an emergency. May also on occasion be required to attend to assist on home visits, other facilities or outreach services.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Any certificate III level technical qualification and applicant must be willing to undergo further on the job training
• An interest in making things along with a focus on the quality and efficiency of your work
• Existing knowledge or experience in technical activities may be an advantage. This might include any one of the following: use of hand tools, workshop machinery, leather work, welding, plastic moulding or other technical or manufacturing skills

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 Nadia Vigna 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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