JOIN OUR TEAM OF COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITY NURSES

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, and Fixed Term Part Time appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

Position Profile: Are you a compassionate nurse eager to make a significant impact on the lives of young people? An exciting opportunity exists within Perth's Secondary Schools (North and South Metro regions) to move away from shift work and embrace family-friendly hours (Monday-Friday, 8 am-4 pm). This vital role allows you to apply your nursing skills directly to improving the health and wellbeing of school aged children, contributing to brighter futures for them and their families.

Your expertise will be essential in providing health education to students, championing the school-based immunisation program, offering compassionate, non-judgemental guidance on coping skills, resilience and adolescent growth, referring students and families to appropriate external services for additional support when needed, and empowering students to thrive in their educational setting. You'll act as a crucial link, supporting and consulting with school staff to foster an inclusive, safe, and nurturing learning environment. This involves advocating for students, promoting health awareness, and ensuring adherence to important legislative and safety standards within the school community.

This position is more than just a job; it's a chance to be part of a dedicated team focused on providing higher levels of support to improve long-term health and educational outcomes for vulnerable children. If you are a passionate nurse with experience working with children and adolescents, possess a collaborative spirit, and are committed to holistic care, we encourage you to apply. Become a cornerstone of support and help empower the next generation of school-aged children.

Please note applicants wishing to work in the below areas are also welcome to apply to this advert

Child Health

Primary School Health

Education Support Schools

Aboriginal Health

Refugee Health

About the Directorate: Child and Adolescent Community Health provides health and developmental assessments, early intervention and health promotion services for children and young people.

These services are provided in the community across the Perth metropolitan area at community health centres, in schools, home visits and through telehealth appointments. Services focus on child health, growth and development, behaviour, immunisation and supporting families.

Visit Child and Adolescent Health Service | CAHS – Community Health to find out more about the benefits of working for CAHS – Community Health and our services.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments). Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions: Applications are required to be submitted online by selecting “Apply for job” below. Please ensure the email address provided is actively monitored as it will serve as the primary communication channel throughout the recruitment process.

Your ability to meet the work-related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. For your written application please provide the following:

• Within the application system you will be asked to provide a response to the following questions that address the essential selection criteria stated within the job description form for the position. Each response should be provided in no more than 500 words per question.

1. Give an example that demonstrates your clinical knowledge and experience in the practice setting/specialty. (Related to Essential Criterion 3 & 4)
2. Give an example of how you include the CAHS values of Respect and Collaboration in your current clinical practice. (Related to Essential Criterion 2 & 4)
3. Describe how you would use your communication and interpersonal skills to resolve a conflict resolution situation with a client or carer? (Related to Essential Criteria 6)
4. Do you possess a Post Graduate Certificate in Child and Adolescent Health, or an equivalent qualification. If yes, please indicate below and attach evidence. (Related to Desirable Criteria 1)

• A current resume which summarises your experience and includes both phone and email contact details of two professional referees, with at least one being a recent supervisor/line manager.
• During the application process, you will have the opportunity to indicate the location preference you wish to apply for. While we strive to accommodate these preferences whenever possible, final placement decisions are based on business needs. You may receive an offer for a location outside your initial selections.

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Working With Children Check: This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Clinical Nurse Manager Sarah Della Bona on 0407 778 557

About Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS): CAHS is Western Australia's primary provider of paediatric healthcare, exclusively dedicated to infants, children, and young people. Comprising Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH), Neonatology, Community Health, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). CAHS operates with over 7,00 employees across PCH, King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH), and over 165 community clinics in the metropolitan area. For more information about our services click here.

CAHS Values: CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS and our services please click here

For Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the CAHS Talent Acquisition Team on 08 6456 0321 or via email: [email protected]

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment! CAHS encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or LGBTI communities, and people with disability to work with us. Whatever your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce.

In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

Recruitment processes may be advertised periodically for this position to accommodate geographical coverage and service requirements. Selection panel(s) reserves the right to commence assessment of applications prior to the advertisement's closing date to expedite the review process. Applicants deemed suitable from previous recruitment processes for this position are advised to check their suitability expiry date; if current, re-application is not required. A pool of suitable candidates will be established from this process, and appointments to similar vacancies may be made from this pool until 30 October 2026.

If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.