Midwife Educator

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Waikato Hospital
Permanent – 48 hours per fortnight
Join our senior midwifery leadership team as a Midwife Educator, helping to shape the future of midwifery excellence across the Waikato Region.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.


About the Role

Are you a visionary midwifery leader with a passion for professional development, equity, and clinical innovation?

This multidimensional leadership role works closely with the Chief Midwife and contributes to the advancement of maternity services through education, research, and quality improvement. As Midwife Educator, you will support both individual professional growth and team-wide interdisciplinary development, including meaningful engagement with Lead Maternity Carers (LMCs).

As a valued member of the midwifery professional development team, you will contribute to a dynamic portfolio that champions workforce resilience and clinical excellence.

Responsibilities may shift to reflect team strengths and service needs which include:

Developing and delivering midwifery education aligned with Midwifery Council Te Tatau o te Whare Kahu standards.
Coordinating clinical placements and supporting undergraduate orientation across the Waikato Region.
Leading key workforce programmes, including the Midwifery First Year of Practice (MFYP) and the Quality Leadership Programme (QLP).
Promoting best practice through research engagement, case reviews, and performance improvement initiatives.
Advocating for postgraduate study pathways and facilitating access to educational opportunities.
A close working relationship with the clinical coach team is central to this role, fostering collaborative support for new graduates, midwives in transition, and evolving education priorities.


About the Service

At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato, our Women’s Health Service delivers equitable, whānau-centred maternity care grounded in clinical excellence, cultural responsiveness, and partnership. We’re a multidisciplinary team supporting wāhine and whānau with dignity and respect, guided by the values of the national maternity strategy.


About Hamilton

Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.


About you

You’ll bring advanced midwifery expertise and demonstrated leadership, including:

Registration with the Midwifery Council of New Zealand.
Current Annual Practising Certificate (no conditions).
Five years clinical midwifery experience, with at least two years in a role relevant to education.
Achievement of Leadership Level within the Midwifery Quality and Leadership Programme.
Relevant postgraduate study (completed or in progress).
Proven contributions to clinical education, innovation, or research.

Your ability to foster professional growth, inspire evidence-based practice, and lead inclusive, learner-focused education initiatives will be central to your impact as Midwife Educator.


Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.


How to Apply


All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 25 August 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Samantha Davenport, Chief Midwife at Samantha.Davenport@waikatodhb.health.nz


Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.


Job details
Job Reference:
WAI29635

Location:
North Island - Waikato - Hamilton


Job type:
Permanent Part time

Expertise:
Clinical - Midwifery - Hospital Setting


Closes:
25-Aug-2025
 

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