Registered Midwife Westmead Hospital

Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Job summary

Western Sydney Local Health District’s Westmead Hospital seeks Registered Midwives for flexible permanent full-time or part-time roles. You will provide woman-centred care across antenatal, birth unit and postnatal services, supporting mothers, babies and families in NSW’s fastest-growing health precinct.

You will join a multidisciplinary team with opportunities for professional development, mentoring and future career pathways.

Qualifications

• Registered Midwife with current AHPRA registration.
• Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to continuing professional development and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, woman-centred midwifery care across maternity settings.
• Assess and respond to changing clinical needs; coordinate referrals and escalation.
• Support informed decision-making for women and families.
• Mentor and supervise students and colleagues to foster a positive team culture.
• Manage priorities and resources while maintaining professional standards.

Skills

Registered Midwife

Organisation & prioritisation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

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.

• 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.

Essential Criteria

• Vaccination Category: A
• Checks: National Police Check & Working with Children Check
• Registration: Current Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Midwife
• 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.

Applications Close

15 November 2026

Previous unsuccessful applicants need not apply

Contact

For inquiries about the role, contact Vicki Wilde-Shooter 0408339693 or Natalie Wearne 0418412594

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations.

For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment you must hold current Australian work rights (I.E Australian citizen, permanent resident or NZ citizen with a current passport)

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.