Education Manager - Mental Health
Education Manager
- Location: Sunshine Hospital
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Ongoing
- Salary: RPN Grade 6 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role:
Are you an experienced mental health nurse both clinically and in education. If so there is an exciting opportunity at Western Health for a senior management role in education. This role is responsible for leading the education in mental health and overseeing the undergraduate, graduate and post graduate programs. You will be developing the team that you lead to continue to deliver high quality programs and continually develop evidence based curriculum using contemporary educational methodologies. You will be an enthusiastic, motivated leader who places a high value on kindness and compassion in leadership.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead, support, direct and motivate nursing staff in the provision of high quality, evidence based and culturally sensitive acre
- Act as a positive role model, coach, mentor and clinical resource through the development of members of the education team
- Provide strategic direction and leadership to direct reports as well as to the wider range of stakeholders including clinical staff of all disciplines, education coordinators, and senior educational leadership.
- Liaise regularly with clinical settings to foster a positive learning environment and culture of acceptance and inclusion.
About you:
- Registered Nurse with AHPRA and current practicing certificate
- 3 years’ experience at RPN5 level
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in clinical education in a mental health setting
- A minimum of 3 years in a clinical or educational leadership role
- Demonstrate leadership abilities in encouraging and motivating their team to perform at their best by creating an environment of trust in the team and leading with compassion and kindness
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
- Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about leading the delivery of mental health nursing education, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 19 January 2026.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Robyn Peel via Robyn.Peel@wh.org.au.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
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