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Employment Type: Temporary Part Time - Contract End Date - 17 May 2026Position Classification: Midwifery Unit Manager Level 1Remuneration: $64.09 per hourHours Per Week: 28Requisition ID: REQ558161Applications Close: Thursday 17 April at 11:59 pm 2025This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is seeking an experienced Midwifery Unit Manager (MUM) to join our dynamic maternity services team. This position is specifically for an After Hours MUM role, with responsibilities across the Maternity Service, including Special Care Nursery. As the MUM, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of midwifery care, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality services, and leading a dedicated team of nursing and midwifery professionals.Shift PatternWeekends: Morning and night shifts (12-hour shifts)Monday Friday: Afternoon and night shifts (8, 10, or 12-hour shifts)About The RoleAt Gosford Hospital, we provide a comprehensive range of maternity services to the Central Coast community, including antenatal, labour, community care, birth care, postnatal care, and special care nursery services. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated midwifery professional to take on a key leadership role within one of the regions busiest and most respected maternity services.About YouCurrent registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Midwife (Division 1) with extensive recent post registration clinical experience and knowledge of current Midwifery issues.You possess strong communication skills, extensive experience in teamwork and team support, as well as a diverse background in paediatric care.You have proven leadership and management skills and demonstrated ability to coach, lead, manage and support a clinical team.Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.BenefitsWork-Life Balance Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.Financial Benefits Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.Health & Wellbeing Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.Career Growth Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHDWorking for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW HealthCentral Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.Additional InformationAn Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.Need More Information?For Role-related Queries, Please ContactAmanda KeatingPhone: 4320 2854Email: amanda.keating@health.nsw.gov.auClick here to find out more about applying for this position.You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.Stay ConnectedFollow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to stay up to date with career opportunities and the latest updates. #J-18808-Ljbffr