New Graduate Paediatric Dietitian

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 31 January 2027

Position Classification: Dietitian Lvl 1

Remuneration:

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ620639

Location: Westmead

Applications Close: Midnight on 24 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.

We welcome applications from individuals who have completed or will complete an accredited university qualification in Nutrition and Dietetics in 2024 or 2025.

This is a unique opportunity to begin your career in a dynamic, supportive, and innovative paediatric healthcare environment.

What You'll be Doing

The purpose of the new graduate paediatric dietitian is to actively contribute to the goals of the Nutrition and Dietetic Department. The Department's primary goal is to provide a high quality nutritional service to paediatric inpatients and outpatients attending the Sydney Children's Hospital Network. The department is made up of a team of dietitians and dietary assistants.

This position is designed for a person with no previous employment as a clinical dietitian in Australia and is an opportunity for a new graduate dietitian looking to gain paediatric clinical nutrition and dietetic experience.

The Nutrition and Dietetic Department aims to work in partnership to advocate for optimised nutrition for children through evidence based clinical care, education, research and leadership. We specialise in addressing the unique nutritional needs of children from neonates to adolescents, across a range of clinical domains. Our primary aim is to optimise the growth and nutritional status of all children with chronic and complex medical conditions.

The clinical load of this level 1/2 dietitian will be determined based on the needs and priorities of the department. The level 1/2 dietitian however will be expected to work across a range of clinical areas, in both the inpatient and outpatient setting, as directed by the Manager of the Nutrition and Dietetics Department.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Have completed a Nutrition and Dietetics university degree in 2024 or 2025
• Eligible for full membership of the Dietitian's Association of Australia

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 Samantha Vibert 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

For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.

Eligibility List

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

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