Registered Midwife Westmead Hospital

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Job summary

NSW Health at Westmead Hospital is recruiting Registered Midwives for flexible full-time and part-time opportunities within a leading tertiary maternity service. You will provide woman-centred care across antenatal, birth and postnatal settings, contributing to outcomes for mothers, babies and families.

Join a dynamic Women’s and Newborn Health team with strong focus on training, development and career progression within NSW's busiest maternity service.

Qualifications

• Current Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Midwife.
• National Police Check & Working with Children Check.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, patient-centred midwifery care across maternity settings.
• Assess, monitor and respond to changing clinical needs.
• Coordinate referrals and escalate care when required.
• Partner with women and families to support informed decisions.
• Mentor students and contribute to team culture.
• Manage clinical priorities and resources while upholding standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Leadership

Professional development

Job description

Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities.

Grow your career in a leading tertiary maternity service.

Make a meaningful impact for mothers, babies and families.

Provide exceptional woman-centred care, build your midwifery career and thrive in one of NSW's leading tertiary maternity services.

Employment Type:Permanent Full Time and Permanent Part Time
Position Classification:Registered Midwife
Remuneration:$81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum + 12% Superannuation
Hours Per Week:38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Westmead Hospital

Shape the Future of Midwifery at Westmead Hospital!

Looking for a career that makes a real difference? Westmead Hospital is at the heart of Sydney's fastest-growing health precinct, surrounded by exciting new developments and world-class transport links. Our vibrant, multicultural community is ready to welcome you!

We're offering flexible opportunities for passionate midwives—from full-time roles to part-time shifts—in a dynamic environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards. Join our Women's and Newborn Health team and experience a variety of care settings, including antenatal clinics, birth unit, and postnatal care.

Why Westmead?

• Flexible shifts: 8, 10, or 12 hours (including semi-permanent nights)
• Exposure to complex obstetric cases and midwifery-led models of care
• Supportive team culture that invests in your growth
• New graduates welcome—start your career with confidence
• Future pathways in Caseload and MAPS roles

Where you'll be working

Join the Women's and Newborn Health team at Westmead Hospital, one of Australia's largest tertiary referral centres, providing specialist maternity, neonatal and women's health services. You'll become part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team committed to delivering outstanding clinical care while supporting innovation, learning and professional development in a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Work across antenatal, birth and postnatal care settings.

Be part of one of NSW's busiest and most specialised maternity services.

Collaborate with experienced midwives, obstetricians, neonatologists and allied health professionals.

Access ongoing education, clinical development and career progression opportunities.

Care for women and families from one of Australia's most culturally diverse communities.

Located in the world-class Westmead Health Precinct you will benefit from:

• Work life wellness! work surrounded with Green open spaces, onsite staff only gym and wellness facilities.
• Access to advanced medical and research facilities.
• Strong focus on training and career progression.
• Supportive, inclusive and professional environment.
• Stable Public sector role with excellent benefits.

What you'll be doing

As a Registered Midwife, you'll provide high-quality, evidence-based, woman-centred care throughout the maternity journey while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team to achieve the best possible outcomes for women, babies and their families.

In your role you will be responsible for:

• Delivering safe, compassionate and individualised midwifery care across a range of clinical settings.
• Assessing, monitoring and responding to changing clinical needs while coordinating appropriate referrals and escalating care when required.
• Partnering with women, families and carers to support informed decision-making and positive birth experiences.
• Supervising, mentoring and supporting students and colleagues while contributing to a positive team culture.
• Effectively managing clinical priorities and resources while maintaining professional standards, cultural respect and quality care.

Ready to make a difference at the very start of life?

Join NSW Health and help shape healthier futures for our smallest patients and their families.

Whether you're starting your midwifery career or looking for your next opportunity, Westmead Hospital offers the support, flexibility and career pathways to help you thrive.

Checks: National Police Check & Working with Children Check

Registration: Current Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Midwife

Selection Criteria:

• Previous relevant clinical experience in speciality.
• Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.
• Effective interpersonal skills showing initiative and leadership to junior members of the team.

Requisition ID:REQ702201
Applications Close: 15 November 2026

**Previous unsuccessful applicants need not apply**