Assistant in Midwifery

Hunter New England Local Health District; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 4,525,000 - 4,965,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Singleton Hospital is offering a casual Assistant in Midwifery role, supporting postnatal care, breastfeeding support and observations while learning under the Maternity team.

You will work with women, families and midwives, with education and management support, in a collaborative, safety-focused environment at Singleton, NSW.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in the Bachelor of Midwifery program at University of Newcastle in second year, first semester or third year.
• Currently enrolled or successfully completed Midwifery Practice & Woman with Complex Care Needs A-MIDI 2105.

Responsibilities

• Provide postnatal care including breastfeeding support and observations.
• Assist with postnatal care plans and work collaboratively to support women and newborns.

Education

Bachelor of Midwifery (enrolled)

Midwifery Practice & Woman with Complex Care Needs A-MIDI 2105

Job description

Kickstart your midwifery career in a supportive, inclusive environment at Singleton Hospital!

Remuneration: $32.85 - $36.04 per hour + 12% super + salary packaging

Location: Singleton Hospital

Employment Type: Casual

Hours per week: Up to 38

Position Classification: Assist In Nursing

Requisition ID: REQ690377

Applications Close: Thursday, 24th September 2026.

We are excited to offer this opportunity for passionate, caring, and committed midwifery students to join our team at Singleton Maternity! Our successful candidates will be working with women, families and midwives in a supportive role as an Assistant in Midwifery. On any given day, you will be providing postnatal care in the form of breastfeeding support, observations, and attending to postnatal care plans. This role offers clinical support which is available from the education, management and midwifery team. You will be working collaboratively within the team to support women and newborns and promote safety and quality in the workplace.

You won’t be working alone. The Maternity team at Singleton Hospital are a small but close-knit team with a famously positive culture that works well together with the GP Obstetricians to provide a high level of care to their patients. You will be supported by the team as well as other Maternity Unit Managers in hospitals throughout the region, as well as the Clinical Midwife Consultant (CMC) and the WHAM Network.

Where You'll Be Working

Singleton, NSW, is a charming town nestled in the heart of the Hunter Valley, known for its warm community spirit and picturesque rural landscapes. It offers a peaceful lifestyle with a strong connection to nature, surrounded by vineyards, national parks, and the nearby Hunter River.

The Maternity Unit at Singleton Hospital provides Level 2 & Level 3 care to their patients and provide shared care with the GP Obstetricians. Due to the small size of the town, you will enjoy getting to know the women that you care for closely, in turn being able to provide the highest level of care to them

What We Can Offer You

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you'll build your experience in a supportive team with spectacular surroundings. You’ll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

Requirements

• Enrolled in the Bachelor of Midwifery program at University of Newcastle in second year, first semester or third year.
• Currently enrolled or successfully completed Midwifery Practice & Woman with Complex Care Needs A-MIDI 2105.

For role related queries or questions contact Sophie Palmowski | [e-mail]

Information For Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Hunter New England Health 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.

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. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific 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 HNELHD 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 [e-mail] or 1300 40 25 23.

HNE 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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