Child and Family Health Nurse/Midwife - Secondment

NSW Health; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Wallsend seeks a part-time Child and Family Health Nurse/Midwife. In this rewarding role, you will support families through early childhood by conducting home visits and clinic appointments, offering guidance, and providing tailored support. You will enjoy benefits like competitive pay, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)

6 weeks annual leave for eligible full-time nurses

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport - discounted gym options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Completed Child and Family Health nurse qualification or near completion.
• Eligible to drive and travel in NSW.

Responsibilities

• Support families during early stages of parenthood.
• Provide in-home and clinic-based care.
• Conduct home visits and ongoing clinic appointments.

Skills

Current registration as a Registered Nurse

Child and Family Health nurse qualification

Ability to drive in NSW

Education

Child and Family Health qualifications

Job description

Overview

Step into the rewarding role of Child and Family Health Nurse/Midwife and join an innovative team dedicated to supporting parents and families. Working in genuine partnership, you will empower families with knowledge, guidance, and confidence as they navigate the early years of childhood.

Remuneration: $36.38 - $51.08 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until April 2026

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Hours Per Week: 24

Location: Wallsend Campus

Requisition ID: REQ600199

Applications Close: Monday 6th October 2025

About the Role – Child and Family Health Nurse/Midwife – Secondment

As a Child and Family Health Nurse/Midwife, you will play a vital role in supporting families during the early stages of parenthood. Working Monday to Friday, typically between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm, you will provide both in-home and clinic-based care tailored to the needs of each family.

Your work will involve conducting home visits following the birth of a baby, followed by ongoing clinic appointments to complete milestone checks outlined in the Personal Health Record. Beyond clinical assessments, you will offer holistic guidance and support to parents, including breastfeeding advice, assistance with sleep and settling, and tailored parenting strategies.

In addition, the service provides parenting groups, immunisation programs, and audiometry, giving you the opportunity to contribute to the health, wellbeing, and confidence of families in your community.

To ensure your success, you will be supported with a tailored orientation plan, carefully designed and delivered by our Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) and Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE). This program will acknowledge your existing capabilities and experience, while equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to thrive in your role.

Where you’ll be working

Our dedicated team delivers services across the Greater Newcastle Sector, which includes travel throughout Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and Port Stephens—bringing compassionate, professional care directly into the heart of the community.

Join Hunter New England Health for a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations.

Benefits and environment

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full-time nurses)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – supporting work-life balance
• Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport – discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Requirements

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Successful completion of Child and Family Health nurse qualification or near completion which is recognised.
• Eligible to drive in NSW and ability to travel for work purposes.

If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply:

• If you hold Child and Family Health qualifications and are driven by a passion for promoting primary health care, early intervention, and illness prevention, this is the perfect opportunity for you. In this role, you will be making a meaningful difference by empowering families and children to thrive and reach their fullest potential.

Additional information

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
• Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment aligned with NSW Health’s Child Safe Standards. All staff prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people.
• Inclusive employer; we encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process can be provided upon request.
• To be eligible for employment you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, NZ citizen with current NZ passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?

• Position Description
• Applying for this position

For role-related inquiries contact Margaret Ridgway on an appropriate contact address.

Information for Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit the provided resources. This is a Category A position with relevant policy requirements prior to offer. All new employees must comply with the policy requirements.

Salary packaging is beneficial and may increase take-home pay. Contact information for salary packaging and additional benefits are provided by the employer.