Clinical Midwifery Educator - Maternity - Temp FT

Requisition ID: REQ674356

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time working 38 hours per week up to June 2027

Remuneration: $2,312.29 - $2,387.29 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Fairfield Hospital

Applications close: 12/07/2026

Contact: Hazel Simeon - Midwifery Unit Manager | Hazel.Simeon@health.nsw.gov.au |

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

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

Shape excellence in maternity care through education and leadership.

Lead, deliver and evaluate maternity-focused clinical education programs that drive best practice and improve mother and baby outcomes.

Provide strong clinical leadership through preceptorship and mentorship, fostering a supportive and collaborative learning culture.

Apply adult learning principles and contemporary education strategies to build capability and confidence across all levels of staff.

Partner with management, Nurse Educators and Clinical Nurse Consultants to align education with operational and strategic priorities.

Role-model professional, ethical and safe maternity practice in line with NSW Health values and standards.

Are You the Right Fit?

A respected maternity clinician passionate about developing others.

An experienced maternity nurse who takes accountability for clinical practice, reflection and continuous professional development.

A skilled communicator who engages, coaches and inspires staff to deliver safe, compassionate and high-quality care.

Confident in planning and evaluating education that meets the diverse learning needs of clinicians across the maternity service.

Committed to upholding legislation, professional standards and codes of conduct, and addressing unsafe or unprofessional practice.

A role model who lives the NSW Health Code of Conduct and demonstrates contemporary leadership behaviours every day.

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.

Do you currently hold Authority to Practice as a Registered Midwife with AHPRA and possess a postgraduate qualification in a relevant clinical field or education? Please attach copies of your AHPRA registration and postgraduate qualification to your application.

Give a brief overview of what education training and clinically relevant experience you bring with you to the role?

Detail how your skills and professional background align with the requirements of the role, emphasising the value you intend to bring to the role.

Give an example of your approach to tailoring educational content for adults in a workplace setting, taking into consideration diverse learning styles, and how you plan to adapt your strategies to ensure effective skill transfer and development within the team?

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Position Information

Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

How to Apply

Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.

Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

We 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 Workforce

For 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 Perks

12% superannuation

Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

One extra day off each month for full-time employees

Work-Life Balance

Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

Paid maternity and parental leave

Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

Grow Your Career

Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

Health & Wellbeing

Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport

Free 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

Temporary visa holders

May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.

Vaccination Requirements

All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

Child Safe Employment

South 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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