New Graduate Midwives 2026
Applications are now open for the Northern Beaches Hospital 2026 Midwifery Graduate Program (Expected completion of Graduate Diploma of Midwifery by March 2026).
Our Maternity services provide antenatal clinics, 10 birth suites with waterbirth facilities, 40 bed antenatal/postnatal ward, Level 4 Special Care Nursery, Midwifery Group Practice, Midwifery in the Home MaPS.
Public and Private birthing options including midwifery led care, obstetric led care, GP shared care, Midwifery Continuity of Care (MGP).
As a newly graduated midwife at Northern Beaches Hospital you would be employed on a full time fixed term 12 month contract with the opportunity to extend. This is a supportive program for Registered Nurses who are newly graduated midwives in their first year after completion of their Midwifery qualification.
Midwifery Postgraduate Program Details
During your Midwifery Postgraduate Program you will receive:
- Orientation to Northern Beaches Hospital
- Commitment to your continued professional development with dedicated study leave to support the consolidation of your Midwifery skills
- Planned rotations throughout Maternity services including Birthing unit, Postnatal/antenatal ward, Midwifery led Antenatal clinics, MiTH with the possibility of joining the MGP team
- Support from highly experienced and passionate midwifery managers, educators, clinical midwifery specialists and midwives.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
Registration as a Registered Midwife (working towards expected completion of Grad Dip in Midwifery by March 2026) & Registered Nurse
Nurse with 12 months experience in an acute care facility.
Citizen with current unrestricted NSW Drivers license.
The role of a midwife within a primary healthcare framework.
Woman centered care which is evidence based & in accordance with ANMC National competency standards for the Midwife (2006).
Ability to consult and liaise with obstetric medical & other appropriate staff as per ACM National Midwifery Guidelines for Consultation and referral guidelines when deviations from scope of practice are identified.
Effective interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
Ability in clinical problem solving.
Commitment to ongoing professional development.
Work health & Safety, infection control and quality improvement principles.
Computer skills.
Employee Benefits
Our OneHealthscope rewards program gives you access to a range of wellness benefits, discounted Healthscope services for you and your family, salary packaging via novated lease, discounted onsite parking at Northern Beaches Hospital, and access to Fitness Passport!
About Northern Beaches Hospital
Northern Beaches Hospital provides world-class Level 5 delineation services for both public and private patients. The hospital features 486 beds, 50-bed Emergency Department, 20-bed general and cardiothoracic ICU, 14 state-of-the-art theatres including cardiac catheter labs, world-class education centre, doctors lounge and excellent staff facilities including café and car parking.
From cardiothoracic surgery and neurosurgery to luxury maternity and excellent emergency care Northern Beaches Hospital has a wide range of services that can help you build a healthcare career in your chosen field.
We are proud to be home to some of Australias leading clinical specialists and a training ground for the clinicians of the future. The Northern Beaches Clinical School is an cutting-edge partnership with the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences at Macquarie University. NBH also has partnerships with other tertiary education institutions including well-respected nursing schools.
Northern Beaches Hospital offers staff opportunities to gain unique experience in a growing teaching hospital. Our culture is diverse, friendly and open to ideas.
Closing Date
4 November 2025
How to Apply
Please click the Apply button to lodge an application. Applications should include a cover letter, CV and 2 current work-related referees.
Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current (12 months or less) National Police check and a NSW Working with Children Check prior to appointment and persons in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases prior to commencement.
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