New Graduate Registered Midwife
- Provide safe, respectful, and woman-centred care throughout the maternity journey.
- Develop clinical knowledge and skills in antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support women during labour and birth.
Job Description:
Role Title: New GraduateRegistered Midwife
Role Type: Permanent full time
Shift details: 24/7 rotating roster
Department and Location: Maternity Department, The Mater hospital, North Sydney
Salary: 41.58 AUD base per hour + super
Welcome to the Mater, Sydney North Shore’s premier private hospital
Join a team built on a proud legacy of world-class care, true compassion, and deep community roots.
Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1906 and powered today by St Vincent’s Health Australia, the Sisters' spirit is our living heartbeat. As a leading regional centre for clinical excellence, we are renowned for our world-class maternity unit, next-generation surgical robotics, and leading-edge orthopaedic, spinal, and oncology care. Here, you will work alongside premier specialists in a modern, supportive environment that actively backs your professional growth and advanced clinical education.
We are positioned just minutes from St Leonards, Wollstonecraft, and Crows Nest stations, with major Pacific Highway bus routes right on our doorstep. Whether you live locally or are traveling along the T1 or M1 corridors, your daily commute will be seamless.
Read on to explore this exciting role and the fantastic perks waiting for you here.
About the Role
As a New Graduate Midwife, you will have the opportunity to develop your clinical knowledge and confidence while providing safe, respectful and woman-centred care throughout the maternity journey.
You will be supported to develop your skills across areas including:
- Antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care
- Supporting women during labour and birth
- Maternal and newborn assessment and ongoing care
- Recognition and escalation of clinical concerns
- Supporting breastfeeding and early parenting
- Documentation and clinical handover
- Working collaboratively with obstetric, neonatal and multidisciplinary teams
- Promoting respectful, culturally safe and individualised maternity care
About You
We are looking for a new graduate who is:
- Eligible for registration as a Registered Midwife with Ahpra
- Passionate about providing safe, respectful and woman-centred care
- Enthusiastic about learning and developing clinical skills
- A strong communicator and team player
- Able to work effectively in a busy maternity environment
- Committed to professional development and reflective practice
- Compassionate, respectful and non-judgemental
- Willing to ask questions, seek support and take opportunities to learn
What we can offer you at the Mater
Exceptional Rewards: Highly competitive base pay, plus exclusive not-for-profit salary packaging perks. Enjoy pre-tax savings on up to $15,900 for everyday living costs (mortgage, rent, bills) plus $2,650 for dining out and entertainment annually
An Amazing Workplace: 82% of staff recommend our hospital as a great place to work (2026 Engagement Survey)
For-Purpose Impact: Be part of a not-for-profit where surplus is reinvested into research & community care
Maternity Excellence: Join Sydney’s top private service and the city’s unique private Lvl 4 Special Care Unit
Surgical Innovation: Work in the only Aus member hub of the International Society of Orthopaedic Centres
Oncology Leadership: Deliver cutting-edge cancer care backed by specialised & holistic wellbeing centres
Safe Staffing: Work with peace of mind under an historic EA delivering mandated nurse-to-patient ratios
Growth: Access world-class research funding & scholarships via The Friends of the Mater Foundation
Health & Wellbeing: Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrations
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.
Equal Opportunity
We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.
As part of our commitment to reconciliation we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community.
How To Apply
The closing date for applications is 22nd September 2026. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the things listed in the About You section of this job advert.
Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.
Closing Date:
22 September 2026 11:59pm
Reconciliation Action Plan:
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au
View Reconciliation Action Plan
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