Clinical Midwife Educator - Queanbeyan Hospital

Southern NSW Local Health District; Queanbeyan-Palerang; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

Annual influenza vaccinations

Job summary

Southern NSW Local Health District is seeking a Clinical Midwife Educator to deliver ward-based education and in-service programs in Queanbeyan. The role focuses on mentoring midwives and developing practical skills to improve patient care in a rural health setting.

The position is temporary full-time until 10 January 2028, with hourly remuneration around $62.68–$64.71 and a 38-hour work week. Applications close 7 November 2026; interview timelines will be set shortly after closing.

Qualifications

• Must have post-registration clinical or education qualifications and/or Workplace Trainer and Assessor cert; willingness to pursue certification.
• Demonstrated preceptor/mentor experience and ability to apply adult learning principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication; effective interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide ward/unit level clinical training through in-service educational programs; assess and demonstrate procedures.
• Foster preceptor/mentor roles to support staff development and patient-centred care.
• Develop, deliver and evaluate learning activities tailored to adult learners.

Skills

Preceptor/Mentor

Adult learning principles

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education methods knowledge

Education

Post-registration clinical qualification

Workplace Trainer and Assessor certificate

Willingness to work towards certification

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 10 January 2028 Location: Queanbeyan Position Classification: Clinical Midwife Educator Remuneration: $62.68 - $64.71 per hour Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ704469 Applications Close: 7 November 2026 Interview Information: Interviews to be scheduled within 10 days of closing date

About Our Service Clinical Midwife Educator – Inspire and Empower Nursing Excellence

Are you passionate about advancing nursing practice through education and mentorship in a rural healthcare setting? At Queanbeyan our Clinical Midwife Educators play a key role in developing nursing skills, supporting professional growth, and promoting best practice to enhance patient care across our community. Make a lasting impact—help shape the future of nursing care in our community Support for Working within SNSWLHD Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Salary packaging options Health and Wellbeing benefits including Fitness Passport, and annual Influenza vaccinations A team that values your expertise, invests in your development and supports your lifestyle Moving to the area? Visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government

What you'll be doing

Provides clinical training at a ward/unit level by formulating and delivering in-service educational programs; assessment and demonstration of clinical procedures. Fostering a preceptor/mentor role that supports less experienced staff to enhance their clinical skills development to achieve people focused quality care.

Selection Criteria

• Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Midwife.
• Relevant post registration clinical or education qualifications and/or current Certificate as a Workplace Trainer and Assessor or willingness to work towards certification.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the relevant clinical/speciality area with a demonstrated knowledge of competency/skills requirements for staff to achieve quality clinical care.
• Demonstrated experience as a preceptor/mentor/coacher with the proven ability to use contemporary education and teaching methods to develop and motivate staff towards a learning culture.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, deliver and evaluate education and learning activities to meet individual learning needs, using adult learning principles and current best practice models.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, advanced computer skills and use of software programs to develop and deliver education.
• Evidence of participation in own professional development and a commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills for a workplace trainer and assessor.
• Current unrestricted drivers' licence and the ability to maintain. Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires. This may involve driving long distances.

This may involve driving long distances.

Information for applicants

Southern NSW Local Health District is committed to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As part of this commitment, the Stepping Up website has been developed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants through the NSW Health recruitment process. The site provides guidance, resources, and tools to help applicants confidently apply for roles and build meaningful careers in health. 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. Southern NSW 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.

At Southern NSW Local Health District, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusion is part of everyday practice, and our people are supported to succeed. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ people, and others who bring diverse experiences and perspectives to our workforce. 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 [e-mail] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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. www.immi.gov.au

Need more information?

For role related queries or questions contact Sheree Barr on 02 6150 7191 or [e-mail]