At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate nursing care to children under the guidance of experienced nurses.
- Company: Join Bear Cottage, Australia's largest paediatric health service.
- Benefits: Flexible shifts, salary packaging, fitness passport, and employee assistance program.
- Other info: Great opportunity for future careers in paediatric and palliative care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable nursing experience.
- Qualifications: Must be a 3rd-year Nursing student with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 65150 - 71479 $ per year.
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Assist In Nursing
Remuneration: 65150.16 - 71479.42 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: Casual
Location: Bear Cottage, Manly
Applications Close: Midnight on 25 October 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Philippa Smith on ***************@health.nsw.gov.au
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care. Bear Cottage cares for children with life limiting illnesses and their families providing respite, symptom management and end of life care in a home like environment.
We are looking for Undergraduate Nursing students who have completed 3 semesters of University to work alongside our Registered Nurses in providing holistic nursing care to the children we care for. Experience working with children and the ability to work flexible shifts is desirable. This is a wonderful opportunity for those interested in a future career working with children and to develop knowledge and skills in palliative care.
What you'll be doing:
The undergraduate Assistant in Nursing provides safe, compassionate, person-centred care to patients and families of the Sydney Children's Hospital Network, under the direct supervision of an Enrolled Nurse or a Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife. The Assistant in Nursing acts as a role model by demonstrating behaviours and interacting with patients, their families and employees to promote a culture and standards that reflect the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
Additional Benefits (where applicable):
- Flexible work opportunities
- Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
- Accrued days off (ADOs)
- Fitness passport
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Documented evidence of undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing (3rd yr.) or Masters (2nd Yr.) which would lead to Registration with the National Registration Board (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse.
Previous recent relevant experience as an Assistant in Nursing.
Demonstrated ability to be an effective team member.
Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Australian citizenship or a visa which permits employment in Australia.
Undergraduate Assistant in Nursing in Manly employer: NSW Health
St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises compassion and community service. Located in the vibrant Darlinghurst area, employees benefit from competitive pay, not-for-profit salary packaging, and flexible working arrangements, including two days of remote work each week. With a strong focus on professional growth, staff have access to study leave, scholarships, and wellness programs, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in healthcare.
