About the role

If you’re a critical care nurse who gets just as much satisfaction from developing people as you do from delivering excellent patient centred care, this could be your next career-defining role. This role will be offered permanent part-time, 36 hours per week.

Mater Private Hospital Brisbane is looking for an Education Coordinator to lead learning across our Emergency Care Centre, ICU and Cardiac Services. You’ll be joining a group of highly skilled, passionate, and collaborative clinical teams, who are committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Our perioperative staff bring a wealth of experience, genuine camaraderie, and a strong sense of purpose to everything they do — creating a positive and supportive culture where learning and professional growth are truly valued.

Salary range: $66.85 - $72.58 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

As an Education Coordinator, you’ll lead the design and support the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based education that builds capability and promotes clinical excellence across Mater. You’ll work collaboratively with interprofessional teams including clinical facilitators to design, implement and evaluate education programs that align with organisational priorities. Your contribution will help empower staff to deliver safe, compassionate and high-value care.

• Plan, develop, deliver and evaluate education and training programs that meet workforce learning and service needs
• Partner with clinical leaders, educators and clinical teams to support professional development and capability building
• Incorporate evidence-based practice, simulation and innovative learning methods to enhance outcomes
• Support graduate, transition and ongoing professional development programs
• Identify and respond to emerging education needs aligned with Mater’s strategic and operational plans
• Manage compliance and risk, ensure audits related to education activities are completed and endorsed recommendations implemented

Your impact will be felt at the bedside- through safer care, stronger teams and high quality outcomes.

About you

You are an experienced educator and clinician with a passion for developing others and improving healthcare outcomes. You bring a strong understanding of adult learning principles, leadership in education, and a commitment to evidence-based practice. Your collaborative approach enables you to build effective relationships and inspire growth in others. The ideal candidate will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (or relevant professional registration)
• Postgraduate qualifications (or working towards) in education, teaching or a clinical specialty
• Demonstrated experience in developing, delivering and evaluating clinical education programs
• Strong communication, critical thinking and organisational skills
• Proficiency in digital learning tools and educational technologies
• Ability to lead and influence within a dynamic, interprofessional environment

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Applications close on Sunday 8th March 2026. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.

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