Maternal and Child Health Nurse Graduate Nurse Rotation

Employee Type : Fixed Term (Fixed Term) , Part time

Here, at City of Whittlesea, we take pride in delivering high quality and comprehensive Maternal Child Health programs and services to our community. With a structure that includes Universal and Enhanced MCH teams, multidisciplinary experts (e.g. mental health nurses) and open sessions (e.g. breastfeeding), support and referral pathways are always available. The breadth of our services means you can grow your professional toolkit every day and explore opportunities for rotations, secondments and variety. And all this is possible whilst working life-friendly hours and close to home. If you are inspired by delivering for our community, have a desire to grow and enjoy working with friendly and professional colleagues, then you might just find your place with us.

The part you will play

As part of the Maternal and Child Health Team you will work closely with the internal stakeholders/Community. Working on:

• Providing the Victorian maternal and child health service program using a family centred partnership approach in accordance with the service program guidelines and standards.

• Facilitation of group work, including new parent groups, drop-in programs, and group-based initiatives

Let’s talk about you

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Hold a current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Division 1 Registered Nurse and Midwife.

• Hold Postgraduate qualifications in Child Family and Community Health- Maternal Child Health Nursing

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills to provide and deliver the Victorian Maternal & Child Health program to the diverse range of families with young children from birth to school age.

• Demonstrated knowledge of primary health care, health promotion and principals of early intervention.

• A commitment to the provision of a quality service and continuous improvement.

• Well-developed communication skills including interpersonal and written skills.

To apply for this position, you must address the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description in your cover letter. Please note, that applications that do not address the Selection Criteria may not be considered.

Why you will love working with us

In addition to the role, we also offer a variety of benefits. Here are just a few:

• Fixed Term, Fixed term - 12 month 0.84EFT position
• MCH Y1 – MCH Y5
• Salary $ 126,305.92 – $ 134,051.84 + Super + Flexible Working Arrangements

• Comprehensive Wellbeing program, including free exercise classes and discounted gym access

Your next steps

This advert is only meant to provide you with an overview. For more details on what makes this a great opportunity, please download the full PD or if you would like to ask questions, please contact Keryn McCaffrey, MCH Service Lead on 0419 678 378.

When you are ready to apply just click the button below and attach your resume along with a brief covering letter that explains why you feel the role is right for you and tell us what skills you can bring to the team. We welcome applications from international candidates if you have a valid Visa to work in Australia.

When you are ready to apply just click the button below and attach your resume along with a brief covering letter that explains why you feel the role is right for you and tell us what skills you can bring to the team. We welcome applications from international candidates if you have a valid Visa to work in Australia.

The closing date is close at 12:00am Sunday 25 October 2026 from advertising. We will review applications as they are received and may organise interviews before the closing date, so don’t delay your application if you are interested in being considered. For more information on next steps once you have submitted your application, visit the City of Whittlesea Recruitment page.

We recognise that our people are diverse, we create a work environment where all people feel like they can bring their true selves to work, every day. Research tells us that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don’t apply for roles if they don’t meet all the criteria – unlike a majority of candidates who meet significantly fewer requirements. We support and encourage you to apply if you are interested; we’d love to know how your unique experience can enhance our team. If you require an adjustment at any time during the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed above, along with your preferred method of communication.

Why you will love working with us

In addition to the role, we also offer a variety of benefits. Here are just a few:

• This is a full time role and provides a monthly or fortnightly RDO for full-time staff – your choice!
• Flexible working practices, including hybrid working from home arrangements
• Comprehensive Wellbeing program, including free exercise classes and discounted gym access

The total remuneration package is $89,347.80.

There are many more benefits available to you, check them out by visiting our website using this link.

Your next steps

This advert is only meant to provide you with an overview, for more details on what makes this a great opportunity, please download the full PD or if you would like to ask questions, please contact

Craig Sellick on craig.sellick@whittlesea.vic.gov.au

When you are ready to apply just click the button below and attached your resume along with a brief covering letter that explains why you feel the role is right for you and tell us what skills you can bring to the team. We welcome applications from international candidates if you have a valid Visa to work in Australia.

We will review applications as they are received and may organise interviews before the closing date, so dont delay your application if you are interested in being considered. For more information on next steps once you have submitted your application, visit the City of Whittlesea Recruitment page.

We recognise that our people are diverse, we create a work environment where all people feel like they can bring their true selves to work, every day. Research tells us that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don’t apply for roles if they don’t meet all the criteria – unlike a majority of candidates who meet significantly fewer requirements. We support and encourage you to apply if you are interested; we’d love to know how your unique experience can enhance our team. If you require an adjustment at any time during the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed above, along with your preferred method of communication. The City of Whittlesea is also a Child Safe employer.

Position Description:

Maternal and Child Health Nurse – Graduate Nurse Rotation PD

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