Clinical Midwife Specialist (Gde 2) - Lactation

Requisition ID: REQ664033

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time working 20 hours per week

Remuneration: $62.82 - $64.88 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Liverpool Hospital

Applications close: 08/06/2026

Contact: Jemma Linkenbagh - Acting Nurse & Manager Women's and Children's Health on | 0447525199 | ***email_hidden***

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

Shape excellence in maternity care through education and leadership.

• Exciting time to join a facility undergoing a redevelopment
• Join a team that are working towards increasing exclusive breastfeeding rates and towards becoming a BFHI accredited facility.
• This position provides clinical support and education to women and families to help support breastfeeding and will provide clinical leadership and education to the staff to ensure that they are comfortable in providing breastfeeding education and support.
• This role will also involve the participation in group education sessions for women and families as well as the facilitation of Breastfeeding Bootcamps for staff.

Are You the Right Fit?

A Respected Maternity Clinician Passionate About Developing Others.

• Passion for breastfeeding and education.
• Working within a multidisciplinary team and advocate for the needs of both the mother and baby
• Work with the needs of the facility
• Be comfortable providing education for staff, women and families
• Have skills/ experience in or work towards leading projects
• Is a job share position so would need to work together to ensure that Monday-Friday is covered.
• Some flexibility with starting times

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Current Authority to Practice as a Midwife with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years’ experience working in the clinical area of the employees specified post-graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by SWSLHD
• Please elaborate on how your skills and experiences align with the role requirements and highlight what you will bring to add value to the lactation services.
• Highlight the main factors driving your interest in this position and express what aspects of joining the Maternity Service motivates you the most

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

• Position Information
• Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
• How to Apply
• Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
• We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
• Aboriginal Workforce
• For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks
• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
• One extra day off each month for full-time employees
• Work-Life Balance
• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Grow Your Career
• Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
• Health & Wellbeing
• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
• Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

• Temporary visa holders
• May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
• Vaccination Requirements
• All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• Child Safe Employment
• South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.