Administration Officer Brighter Beginnings

NSW Health; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is looking for an Administration Officer to support the Brighter Beginnings program in Wallsend, England. This role involves coordinating preschool service visits, managing schedules, and handling clinic administration tasks, ensuring a smooth operation. Ideal candidates should possess strong organisational and communication skills, with experience in healthcare administration being advantageous. The position offers full-time temporary employment with supportive training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Salary packaging options

Educational and professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

Qualifications

• A valid NSW Working With Children Check or ability to obtain one.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office.
• Experience in healthcare administration or paediatric services is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate service visits across preschools in the region.
• Manage scheduling, data entry, payroll tasks, clinic organisation.
• Support the HNEKids ADHD Service with appointment booking and medical typing.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic medical records

Job description

Administration Officer Brighter Beginnings

Remuneration: $71,072.43 ‑ $73,287.41 Per Annum (Superannuation, Salary Packaging)

Location: Wallsend Health Campus with support across Hunter New England

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time – ending 30th June 2026

Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ616955

Applications Close: Monday 24th November 2025

About the Role

The Brighter Beginnings Health and Development Checks Program is a joint initiative between NSW Health and the NSW Department of Education designed to support the First 2000 Days Framework. The program ensures all four‑year‑old children attending long day care or community preschool services have equitable access to important health and development checks.

As the Administration Officer you will play a key role in supporting our clinicians by coordinating service visits across preschools in the Hunter New England region. You will manage scheduling, data entry, payroll tasks, clinic organisation and resource management that keep the service running smoothly.

This position also supports the HNEKids ADHD Service where duties include appointment booking, welcoming families to the clinic, medical typing and general administrative functions that contribute to a positive and efficient patient experience.

It’s a varied and rewarding role that blends coordination, communication and teamwork in a purpose‑driven environment.

About Us

Based at Wallsend Health Campus you will be part of a dedicated administrative team supporting community paediatric services across HNELHD. The culture is collaborative, warm and supportive with a strong focus on helping children and families access quality care.

You will work closely with admin officers from both Brighter Beginnings and HNEKids ADHD Service along with clinicians and multidisciplinary staff who value professionalism, reliability and a child‑focused mindset.

About You

You are organised, adaptable and confident in managing multiple tasks in a fast‑evolving service.

Your communication skills enable you to work effectively with clinicians, preschool staff, families and colleagues across different locations.

You Bring

• A valid NSW Working With Children Check or the ability to obtain one prior to commencement
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• The ability to adapt to changing workflows as services evolve
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication
• Familiarity with electronic medical records, Microsoft Office and the confidence to learn new systems
• A friendly and professional approach when working with parents, carers and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in healthcare administration or paediatric services is beneficial but not essential
• A willingness to learn and contribute proactively is key

What We Offer

Orientation and training will be provided across all software packages, systems and service processes.

You will have ongoing support from:

• Administration officers within Brighter Beginnings and HNEKids ADHD Service
• The broader paediatric administration network
• Clinicians and team leaders who value shared learning and collaboration

Working with Hunter New England Local Health District gives you access to exceptional benefits and development opportunities including:

• Educational and professional development opportunities
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Four weeks annual leave (pro‑rata for part time employees)
• ADOs each month (for full time employees)
• Superannuation contributions
• Opportunities to collaborate with a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professionals

HNELHD embraces CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment ensuring you have every opportunity to thrive and grow your career.

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part‑time vacancies
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
• At Hunter New England Local Health District we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to contact us for confidential support to ensure an equitable barrier‑free application process.

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Information for Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information please visit. This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024015: Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging

Salary packaging is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take‑home pay. Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS!

Contact

For role related queries or questions contact Bridget Storey on

Required Experience

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