Clinical Midwifery Educator

• Location: Sunshine
• Employment Type: Part-Time, Fixed-Term
• Salary: Educator (Major - RN35) + Super + Salary Packaging

About the role

The Clinical Midwife Educator (CME) will work with the Education team to provide clinical facilitation, education, supervision, consultation and liaise with midwifery staff, preceptors, transition to practice midwives, postgraduate and undergraduate midwifery students in the clinical setting.

The CME acts as a role model in setting the clinical standards and achieving high quality evidence-based midwifery care. They foster the development of cooperative professional relationships within the multidisciplinary health care team, and facilitate a working environment which provides professional development and job satisfaction for all staff.

Key responsibilities

Support the development and learning of midwives:

• Lead, support, direct and motivate midwifery staff in the provision of high quality, evidence based and culturally sensitive patient care

• Facilitate and perform midwifery interventions within professional standards and boundaries as described by the relevant professional bodies and Western Health, and ensure all midwifery staff adhere to the same standards
• Act as a positive role model, coach, mentor and clinical resource through the development, implementation and evaluation of teaching plans for midwifery staff that meet their learning needs
• Act appropriately to immediately manage any behaviours that do not meet policy and procedure ensuring safe patient care
• Maintain a high visible profile within the relevant areas of the organisation and provide a clinical resource service to midwifery staff in the health service
• Enhance practice through the teaching of clinical reasoning, and by applying these skills to the identification, implementation and evaluation of patient problems and outcomes
• Contribute to the education of midwifery and other professionals through the exchange and sharing of information gained from participation in meetings, portfolio management, seminars and conferences via in-services, presentations, education forums and team meetings
• Participate and contribute to improvement of policies, procedures and protocols and identify potential issues in midwifery practice and areas of improvement in clinical standards
• Assist with the organisation and facilitation of Study Days and education sessions/in services offered to staff through the continuing education calendar

About you

• Registration as a Registered Nurse/Midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA)
• Minimum of four years post midwifery registration experience with advanced clinical knowledge and skill across the pregnancy continuum
• Knowledge of current clinical issues & challenges in relevant specialist area

Click here for the Position Description.

About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs. 

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about education and providing high-quality patient-focused care, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 27 June 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Acting Maternity Education Coordinator, Penny Loosmore on 0466 862 181 or at Penny.Loosmore@wh.org.au

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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