Registered Midwife - Hunter Midwifery Group Practice
Ready to make a difference in the lives of women and their families? Join our MGP and be part of something truly rewarding.
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time and Temporary Full Time until December 2026
Position Classification: Registered Midwife
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 Per Hour + Salary Packaging + Allowances + 12% Super
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ616716
Advertising Closes: Sunday, 2nd November 2026
Tentative Interview Date: Thursday, 6th November 2026
About the Opportunity
Are you a passionate midwife looking to provide true continuity of care in a supportive and collaborative team?
This is a unique opportunity to join our small, dedicated group of midwives working within a low-risk Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) model. With a caseload of 3–4 women per month, you’ll provide individualised care throughout the antenatal, birth, and postnatal journey.
Births take place in the Birth Centre at John Hunter Hospital (JHH), with flexible options for antenatal and postnatal appointments, which can be held in a community clinic or at home
We’re committed to physiological birth and empowering women to make informed choices, and we’re looking for a like-minded midwife to join us.
About Us
Our MGP has undergone recent changes and is now growing into a strong, collaborative, and motivated team. We value trust, teamwork, and professional growth, and are proud of the supportive environment we’ve built.
What We Can Offer You
Supportive Onboarding - A dedicated buddy/mentor for your first few months
Ongoing Team Support - Backing from experienced midwives in birth suite and strong medical collaboration
Skill Development - Opportunities to grow advanced midwifery skills (e.g. suturing) with hands-on support
Job Satisfaction & Retention - Meaningful work, flexible team culture, and a role that truly supports women and families
A Low-Risk, Woman-Centred Model - Caseload care that promotes normal birth while ensuring safe consultation and referral pathways
Recharge and Refresh - Enjoy 4 weeks of annual leave (pro-rata for part-timers), or 6 weeks for eligible full-time nurses - because work-life balance isn’t just a buzzword here.
Family Comes First - Take advantage of our paid parental leave and spend precious time where it matters most.
Make Your Pay Go Further - Access generous Salary packaging options, up to $11,600, plus novated leasing to help you get more from your income.
Stay Fit and Healthy - Join the Fitness Passport program and enjoy discounted gym memberships for you and your family.
Support When You Need It - Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential support for you and your loved ones, because your wellbeing is our priority.
What We’re Looking For in a Candidate
A midwife passionate about continuity of care and advocating for women and families
A flexible team player who can adapt to change and contribute positively to our culture
Able to manage the demands of being on call, with good self-care and prioritisation
Committed to professional growth, reflective practice, and ongoing quality improvement
Requirements
Current AHPRA registration as a Midwife with evidence of recency of practice and extensive postgraduate experience as a Registered Midwife.
Ability to work an on-call roster under the NSW Health Pilot Model Annualised Salary Agreement for Midwifery Group Practice.
Current NSW Driver's License and access to a reliable, insured vehicle.
Additional Information
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Alexandra Collins on Alexandra.Collins@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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