Clinical Midwifery Educator (Incentives Offered)

Murrumbidgee Local Health District; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 124,000 - 128,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging and novated leasing

Annual leave with 17.5% loading

Relocation considerations

Incentives: $10k sign-on + $10k annual

Job summary

Murrumbidgee Local Health District in Young, NSW is seeking a Clinical Midwife Educator to lead education and professional development for nursing and midwifery staff. You will deliver education programs, mentor learners and foster evidence-based practice across the service.

The role focuses on clinical education leadership, competency assessments, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care and workforce capability.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Midwife and/or Registered Nurse with a relevant postgraduate qualification in education or a clinical specialty area.
• Extensive clinical experience and passion for developing nursing and midwifery staff.
• Proven ability to deliver clinical education and competency-based assessments using contemporary methods.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement across multidisciplinary teams.
• Positive, supportive leader promoting evidence-based practice and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, deliver and evaluate clinical education programs for nursing and midwifery staff.
• Provide day-to-day clinical education, mentoring, preceptorship and support to students, new graduates and staff.
• Conduct competency assessments and support professional development using contemporary adult learning principles.
• Collaborate with managers and multidisciplinary teams to identify learning needs and education strategies.
• Promote a positive learning culture and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Postgraduate education

Clinical education delivery

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

AHPRA registration (Midwife/Nurse)

Postgraduate qualification in education

Job description

Clinical Midwifery Educator (Incentives Offered)

Murrumbidgee Local Health District – Canberra ACT

*This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $10,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).

Shape the future of maternity care in Young by joining our team as a Clinical Midwife Educator. In this rewarding role, you'll lead education and professional development initiatives that support midwives and nurses to deliver safe, evidence-based and person-centred care. Working closely with clinical teams, you will foster a culture of learning, mentorship and continuous improvement, helping to strengthen workforce capability and improve outcomes for women, babies and families across the service.

Employment Type:Permanent Part - Time
Position Classification:Clinical Midwife Educator
Renumeration:$124,273.70 - $128,301.89 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours per Week:16
Requisition ID:REQ696850
Location: Young

About the role

As a Clinical Midwife Educator, you will provide clinical leadership, education and mentorship to support the development of a skilled and confident midwifery workforce across the Young Maternity Service. You will lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of education programs, promote evidence-based practice, and foster a culture of continuous learning to enhance patient care and workforce capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, deliver and evaluate clinical education programs that meet the learning needs of nursing and midwifery staff
• Provide day-to-day clinical education, mentoring, preceptorship and support to students, new graduates and existing staff.
• Conduct competency assessments and support professional development using contemporary adult learning principles.
• Collaborate with managers and multidisciplinary teams to identify learning needs and implement education strategies that support best practice.
• Promote a positive learning culture and contribute to quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient care and workforce capability
• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
• Relocation considerations
• Up to $10k NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme + $10k rolling annual incentive (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location

Work-Life Balance

• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options including long service and carers leave
• 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

What We’re Looking For:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Midwife and/or Registered Nurse, with a relevant postgraduate qualification in education or a clinical specialty area.
• Extensive recent clinical experience and a passion for supporting the growth and development of nursing and midwifery staff.
• Proven ability to deliver clinical education, competency-based assessments and professional development programs using contemporary teaching methods.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• A positive and supportive leader who promotes evidence-based practice, continuous learning and high-quality patient care outcomes

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined intheNSW Health OASV Policy

MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.