CCLHD - Physiotherapist Level 4 Team Leader - Paediatrics

Central Coast Local Health District; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 115,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued day off each month

17.5% annual leave loading

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Relocation assistance

Discounted gym memberships

Telehealth support

EAP counselling

Discounted private health insurance

Professional development courses

Secondment opportunities

Job summary

Central Coast Local Health District is seeking a Physiotherapist Level 4 Team Leader - Paediatrics to provide clinical and professional leadership while delivering high-quality, evidence-based paediatric physiotherapy services across the Central Coast Health District.

You will lead service development, workforce capability and quality/safety initiatives, maintaining an advanced clinical caseload and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes for children and families.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Advanced clinical experience in paediatric physiotherapy services.
• Proven leadership skills with experience supporting staff, service development and quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and professional leadership to support paediatric physiotherapy services.
• Lead service planning, quality improvement and clinical practice initiatives.
• Manage a complex clinical caseload with expert assessment and intervention.
• Support workforce planning, supervision and mentoring of Physiotherapists and students.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Paediatric physiotherapy

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

AHPRA registration

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 4

Remuneration: $2,521.82 - $2,582.95 per week

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ702661

Location: Based across the Central Coast Health District

Application Closes: Sunday 22nd November 2026 at 11:59pm

We are open to considering job share arrangements for suitable candidates, provided the requirements of the role can be effectively met

Are you an experienced Paediatric Physiotherapist looking to lead, inspire and shape the delivery of high-quality care for children and their families? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care. Better Health for Everyone. We are seeking a Physiotherapist Level 4 Team Leader - Paediatrics to provide clinical and professional leadership while supporting the delivery of contemporary, evidence-based physiotherapy services.

About The Opportunity

As the Physiotherapist Level 4 Team Leader - Paediatrics, you will work collaboratively with the Manager and Deputy Manager to provide clinical leadership, operational support and advanced physiotherapy expertise. You will lead service development, support workforce capability, and promote quality and safety initiatives while maintaining an advanced clinical caseload.

Role

This position plays a key role in ensuring children and families receive high-quality, patient-centred physiotherapy services. In this role you will:

• Provide clinical and professional leadership to support the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based paediatric physiotherapy services.
• Lead service planning, quality improvement and clinical practice initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and service performance.
• Manage a complex clinical caseload while providing expert assessment, intervention and consultation.
• Support workforce planning, professional development, supervision and mentoring of Physiotherapists and students.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders to drive innovation, research and continuous improvement.

About You

• Current registration as a Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated advanced clinical experience within paediatric physiotherapy services.
• Proven leadership skills with experience supporting staff, service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• A commitment to evidence-based practice, clinical excellence, education and achieving positive outcomes for children and families.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?

Paul Bowron

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at [e-mail] or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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