Bear Cottage Admin Assistant - REQ631770

NSW Health; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care organization is seeking an Administration Officer to support various health staff at Bear Cottage. This role involves providing vital administrative support to ensure efficient operations and includes managing websites and social media. The successful candidate will demonstrate capability in high-level administrative tasks and work effectively in a team to handle confidential issues. This is a full-time temporary position with an excellent environment focused on children's health.

Benefits

Salary packaging for tax savings

Meal entertainment savings

Accrued Day Off for Full Time employees

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in providing high level administrative support in a team environment.
• Capacity to manage and maintain websites and social media channels.
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of Bear Cottage.
• Assist the NUM, Business Manager, Allied Health Staff and other managers.
• Handle general secretarial and administrative tasks.

Skills

High level administrative support

Managing websites and social media

Independently working in a team

Job description

Employment Type: TemporaryFull Time until 06 December 2026
Position Classification: Admin Off Lvl 4
Remuneration: 75176.8 - 76897.65 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ631770
Location: Bear Cottage
Application Close: Midnight on 24 January 2026

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.

What you'll be doing

The Administration Officer plays a vital role in supporting the NUM, Business Manager, Allied Health Staff and other Level I Managers. Bear Cottage is an initiative of CHW and is part of the SCHN. It is remotely located in Manly NSW, and as such the Managers and Staff do not have ready access to administrative facilities at CHW. The Administrative Officer will be responsible for providing administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of the Cottage, including general secretarial and administrative support.

About You

• Demonstrates experience in providing high level administrative support in a team environment.
• Demonstrates experience in managing and maintaining both websites and other social media channels for commercial enterprises.
• Demonstrates capacity to work independently and as a member of a team and exercise initiative and judgment in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.

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 Elizabeth Shepherd on [e-mail]
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 [e-mail]
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367.

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

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

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

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 temporary full or part time vacancies.

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