Work Type: Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery
Location: Gippsland - Baw Baw
Reference: 2927
Clinical Maternity Educator
Permanent part-time, up to 48 hours per fortnight
Nurses & Midwives Enterprise Agreement, Educator (Major) - RN35 - $64.82895 p/h
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Learning and Development Unit at West Gippsland Healthcare Group in the role of Clinical Maternity Educator.
Reporting to the Learning and Development Manager, the Clinical Maternity Educator (CME) provides educational leadership and guidance to maternity staff and students through the identification, development and delivery of learning opportunities that support excellence in maternity care. Working closely with the Maternity Unit Manager and the Learning and Development team, the CME plays a key role in building workforce capability, supporting student placements, facilitating competency programs and promoting evidence-based clinical practice.
We are seeking expressions of interest from experienced and enthusiastic midwives who are passionate about education, workforce development and supporting high-quality woman-centred care. The successful applicant will work collaboratively across the organisation to deliver innovative learning programs and foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
This rewarding role would suit a highly motivated midwife with extensive clinical experience across the pregnancy and birth continuum who enjoys mentoring others, facilitating learning and driving positive outcomes for staff, students and women receiving maternity care.
Our preferred candidate will have:
The following experience/qualifications would be considered advantageous:
IMPORTANT: Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) will be required to be provided prior to commencement.
About our organisation
Did you know that our Warragul hospital is conveniently located just a 30-minute drive from Pakenham, with a stress-free commute along the freeway? What's more, the Baw Baw Shire is one of the fastest-growing Local Government Areas in the country. While our hospital may be ageing, our most precious asset is not the building but the exceptional quality of care delivered by our remarkable staff. Joining us means becoming part of a team that's more than just colleagues; we're a friendly and welcoming family. At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we believe in caring for our community because we are the community. At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we take pride in our commitment to fostering diversity and equality within our team. We warmly welcome applications from every corner of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI community, and those with first-hand experience of living with a disability. Your unique perspective and background are valuable to us, and we look forward to your application. Who wouldn't want to be part of such a remarkable journey? So, dust off your CV and prepare to embark on an inspiring career with us here at West Gippsland Health. Your future awaits!
West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include:
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development
Access to employee assistance program
Salary packaging
Free Parking
Working with us
All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police Record Clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six-month probationary period applies to all new appointments.
Further details and how to apply
Further information is contained in the Position Description. Applications must include a current CV, and a cover letter addressing the key competencies. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any further queries, please contact Jerin Jose, Learning and Development Manager on 03 5623 0832.
Applications close: 14 October 2026* (applications may close earlier)
* Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This position will remain open for fourteen (14) days for externally advertised positions from the date of advertisement and may close earlier than the listed closing date if a suitable candidate/s are identified.
As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.
As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.