(Targeted) - Registered Midwife - Antenatal / Postnatal & Birthing Unit - Perm/ Temp FT and Casual

Requisition ID: REQ680245

Employment Type: Permanent / Temporary Full Time or Casual up to 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Bankstown Hospital

Applications close: 09/08/26

Contact: Michelle Bernal - Acting Maternity Unit Manager on Michelle.bernal@health.nsw.gov.au |(02) 9722-7830

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

This is a Targeted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent. This Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

Do you want to contribute to the health and wellbeing of your mob?

Achieve Something Great

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate Registered Midwife to join our maternity team. As a midwife, you will work in partnership with women to provide holistic, evidence-based care. You will be responsible for supporting women’s choices, promoting health and wellbeing, and delivering safe, high-quality care to both mothers and newborns. The role offers a permanent midwifery position in the Postnatal/Antenatal Ward and Birthing Unit. This provides a dynamic and enriching work environment where you can apply your full scope of midwifery practice while contributing to a supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to excellence in maternity care.

Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to excellence, safety, and positive patient outcomes. Apply and develop your full scope of midwifery practice in adynamic and rewarding maternity environment. Join a service that values evidence-based care, professional growth, and supporting women’s choices and well being throughout their maternity journey.Deliver holistic, woman-centred care, supporting mothers and newborns through assessment, education, advocacy, and clinical care.

Are You the Right Fit?

The ideal candidate is a compassionate, Registered Midwife who is passionate about supporting women and their families throughout their journey. They will demonstrate strong clinical skills, sound clinical judgment, and a commitment to providing safe, evidence-based maternity care.

Current registration as a Registered Midwife with AHPRAExperience working in antenatal/ postnatal maternity settings and/or Birthing UnitCommitted to promoting informed choice, advocacy, and continuity of careDemonstrated understanding of contemporary maternity care practices and patient-centred care principlesAbility to effectively assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for mothers and newborns

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

This is a Targeted Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Position. If you identify as Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander, tell us about your mob and connection to culture. If this does not apply to you, please indicate by answering with ‘N/A’.Can you describe your recent experience working as a Registered Midwife, including the settings and specialties you’ve been involved in?Tell us about a time when you provided safe, compassionate care that was also culturally responsive to a woman's individual needs.Describe a situation in which you applied critical thinking to make a clinical decision based on evidence-based midwifery care.How do you ensure clear and effective communication with patients, their families, and the healthcare team to support responsive, coordinated care?

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Position InformationApplicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.How to ApplyRead our application guide and tips for improving your application. Diversity, Culture & InclusionWe are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.auWe value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.Aboriginal WorkforceFor Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

Financial Perks12% superannuationSalary packaging and novated leasing via Smart SalaryAnnual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)One extra day off each month for full-time employeesWork-Life BalanceFlexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)Paid maternity and parental leaveGenerous leave options like long service and carers leaveGrow Your CareerAccess to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.Health & WellbeingDiscounted gym membership through Fitness PassportFree and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information

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Vaccination Requirements All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.Child Safe EmploymentSouth Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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