Social Worker jobs in Sydney NSW

• Permanent part-time hours

• Opportunity to work autonomously with a supportive team

• Bring your passion and skills to deliver outstanding care to our patients

Are you an enthusiastic and experienced Social Worker looking for a new and exciting position?

Prince of Wales Private Hospital is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our Allied Health team on a permanent part-time basis. Ideally, we are looking for someone that can work 12 hours per week over 3 days (4 hours per day). Our hospital offers a friendly and supportive staff environment, with our established multidisciplinary teams servicing both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs. This role provides the opportunity to experience a varied caseload across areas including general medical, ICU, cardiac, maternity and oncology.

About us
Join a Team That’s Leading the Way in Private Healthcare

Prince of Wales Private Hospital is a centre of excellence in complex surgery, with a reputation for clinical safety, innovation, and outstanding patient outcomes.

Located within the prestigious Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct, we collaborate closely with Sydney Children’s Hospital, the Royal Hospital for Women, and Prince of Wales (public) Hospital—offering a dynamic and progressive environment.

While we are leaders in orthopaedics, neurosurgery, gynaecology & general surgery, we are also one of NSW’s premier maternity hospitals, caring for over 1,600 expectant families each year.

At Prince of Wales Private Hospital, you’ll be supported by expert leaders, work alongside a team committed to excellence, and have access to ongoing professional development to flourish and grow in your career.

If you’re looking to be part of a culture of excellence in an innovative and highly respected private hospital, apply now to join our team.

As a Social Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Providing a high standard of clinical care
• Working independently as part of the healthcare team
• Contributing to the multidisciplinary care of our patients
• Involvement with both inpatient and outpatient services
• Communicating effectively with all stakeholders including doctors, allied health, nurses, patients and their families

Essential Criteria:

• Degree in Social Work and eligibility with the AASW
• Minimum 2 years’ previous experience in a similar role
• Demonstrated experience in adult acute inpatient hospital experience
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Skills and experience working in a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team
• Customer focused service delivery

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

You’ll also benefit from:

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
• Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

Applications close: 30th September 2026