Requisition ID: REQ640984 Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 per hour 12% Superannuation Salary Packaging Location: Bowral Hospital Applications close: 01/03/2026 Contact: Victoria Elder - Midwifery Unit Manager (Bowral Maternity Unit) on 0427 495 521 | Victoria.Elder@health.nsw.gov.au 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 Join a dynamic midwifery team where your clinical expertise and compassionate care make a real difference. As a Registered Midwife, you’ll work collaboratively to assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidence‑based, culturally responsive care for women, babies and families. You’ll communicate with warmth and professionalism, take accountability for your practice and development, and contribute to the growth of others through teaching and support. Your work will reflect the Registered Midwife Standards for Practice, the Code of Professional Conduct for Midwives, the ANCI Code of Ethics, and the NSW Health Code of Conduct, while modelling the values of Transforming Your Experience and our Leadership Strategies. If you’re committed to safe, high‑quality midwifery care and ready to grow within a supportive team, this is an opportunity to truly make an impact. Are You the Right Fit? You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a compassionate, confident midwife who is committed to delivering safe, evidence‑based and culturally responsive care. You communicate with clarity and empathy, build trust with women and families, and collaborate seamlessly with the wider health care team. You’re someone who takes ownership of your practice, reflecting, learning and growing, while also supporting the development of others through teaching, coaching and positive role‑modelling. You uphold professional standards, act with integrity and speak up for safety and quality when needed. If you’re dedicated, adaptable and passionate about making every maternity journey a safe and meaningful one, you’ll be an excellent fit for our team. 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. Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Midwife with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Please describe a recent example from your midwifery practice that demonstrates your ability to provide safe, compassionate and culturally responsive care. In your response, outline how you communicated with women, families and the multidisciplinary team, applied critical thinking and evidence‑based practice, and ensured you worked within your scope of practice. Please provide an example that shows how you work professionally with others, including how you manage conflict, contribute to a positive team environment and participate in risk management, work health and safety and quality improvement activities. If you’d like more details, we’re here to help. 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 SWSLHDJobs@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 Temporary visa holdersMay 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 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.
