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Join to apply for the 2026 Graduate Midwife Program role at Western Health4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the 2026 Graduate Midwife Program role at Western HealthGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Location: Joan Kirner Womens & Childrens and Bacchus Marsh campusesEmployment Type: Part-TimeSalary: Registered Midwife - Grade 2, Year 1 (YS12)Location: Joan Kirner Womens & Childrens and Bacchus Marsh campusesEmployment Type: Part-TimeSalary: Registered Midwife - Grade 2, Year 1 (YS12)About The RoleWestern Health is currently seeking applications for the 2026 Graduate Midwife Program at both the Joan Kirner Women''s & Children''s and Bacchus Marsh campuses. (Campus name) is highly regarded for facilitating a smooth and supportive transition for Graduate Midwives from student to Registered Midwife.This advert is for those applying for Graduate Midwifery Program or MGP Graduate Program in 2026. The Graduate Midwife Program, in its first year, offers early career support, rotating across the continuum of pregnancy care. Graduates have the opportunity to participate in the Grad + Program in their 2nd year, undertaking two theoretical postgraduate equivalent subjects and options for additional rotations.This program is offered at 64hrs per fortnight (0.84FTE).Four intakes are offered in 2026: February, April, July and September.Western Health Can Offer YouA supportive program completing rotations across the continuum of pregnancy careA comprehensive on-boarding plan,regular debriefing sessions and study daysCommencement of career development pathways and post graduate studyOngoing employment in Maternity services (part-time or casual)Ongoing education and career advancement opportunitiesThis program will be supportedby Clinical Midwifery Educators and Clinical Support Midwives.Key ResponsibilitiesAssess and document clinical, non clinical and social needs, identifying at risk patients implementing risk minimisation strategiesRecognise and respond to changes in patient conditions, escalate care when necessary and document variations accordinglyMaintain accurate, legible and legally compliant documentation per Western Health policiesCommunicate patient status effectively during handoversAdvocate for patients and families with supportDeliver safe, high quality evidence based careEssential CriteriaCompletion of an Undergraduate Midwifery or Undergraduate Double Degree in Midwifery & Nursing in 2025.To ApplyApplicants are asked to complete a three-step process:Step 1: Apply to PMCV (gnmp.pmcv.com.au) using the Computer Match system, listing Western Health amongst your preferences.Step 2: Apply to Western Health using the online process. Each application must include:PMCV Number assigned through gnmp.pmcv.com.auCover letterConcise curriculum vitae including a table of all undergraduate clinical placements and other work experience.Nominate TWO clinical referees. PMCV will be collecting the references.A certified transcript of all results (key to results to be included).Two certified recent summative clinical appraisals.Completed Preference Form.For additional information regarding the program, please visit: Graduate Midwife ProgramPlease note, Western Health offers multiple Midwifery Graduate Programs.Refer to the information below to ensure you are applying to the corresponding Western Health advert.Program listed on PMCV Combined JK / Combined BMWestern Health job advert 2026 Combined Graduate Nurse/Midwife ProgramClinical assessments (3rd or 4th year) 1 Nursing and 1 MidwiferyProgram listed on PMCV Midwifery JK / Midwifery BMWestern Health job advert 2026 Graduate Midwife ProgramClinical assessments (3rd or 4th year) 2 MidwiferyProgram listed on PMCV MGP JK / MGP BMWestern Health job advert 2026 Graduate Midwife ProgramClinical assessments (3rd or 4th year) 2 MidwiferyApplying for multiple Midwifery Programs?Rank all preferred options on your PMCV application ( gnmp.pmcv.com.au ). Then, submit a single application to Western Health and clearly state the midwifery programs you are applying for in your cover letter.Applying for both Combined and Midwifery Programs?Rank all preferred options on your PMCV application ( gnmp.pmcv.com.au ). Then, apply separately to both relevant Western Health job adverts: Midwifery and Combined Nursing/MidwiferyStep 3: PMCV one-way interviews (refer to PMCV website )Position DescriptionApplication GuidePreference FormAbout Western HealthWestern Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbournes western suburbs.With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach servicesto aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, womens health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology. We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australias most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.Western Health operates four acute public hospitals:Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Womens and Childrens),Footscray Hospital,Williamstown Hospitaland Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a womens prison located in Ravenhall.Why join us?Compensation And BenefitsCompetitive salary packages aligned with market standards.Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.Learning and development opportunitiesAccess the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.Mentorship and career support.Community impact and inclusionMake a meaningful difference in patients lives through compassionate care.Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.Organisational culture and environmentThrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.Ready to make an impact?If youre excited about providing Best Care to our patients and working as a valued member of the team , wed love to hear from you! Simply click on the apply button and follow the prompts.If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the ''Employee Login'' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.Closing date: 11:59pm on 2 July 2025Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact: Maeve Codd at GMP@wh.org.au .Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check.Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.Seniority levelSeniority levelInternshipEmployment typeEmployment typePart-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Western Health by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Midwife roles.Parkville, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoParkville, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoCombined Graduate Nurse and Midwife ProgramParkville, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoParkville, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 10 hours agoResearch Nurse/Midwife Fertility Research CentreParkville, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoCamberwell, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoBroadmeadows, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoParkville, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoParkville, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoFootscray, Victoria, Australia 2 months agoFootscray, Victoria, Australia 11 hours agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 weeks agoMental Health Graduate Nurse Program 2026Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoRMH Mental Health Services 2026 First Nations Graduate Mental Health Nurse ProgramParkville, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoRegistered Nurse/Registered Midwife Transition to Practice ProgramMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoClinical Nurse/Midwife Educator, Clinical Placements MHWHeidelberg, Victoria, Australia 1 day agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoSunshine West, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoHeidelberg, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMental Health & Emergency Department Blended Graduate Nurse Program 2026Graduate Nurse/Midwife (Combined) Program 2026Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMental Health Graduate Nurse Program | January 2026Graduate Nurse Program 2026 - Mental HealthMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoGraduate Nurse Program 2026 - The Royal Melbourne Hospital & Goulburn Valley HealthParkville, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoFootscray, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoCasual Registered Midwives - Central Resource Unit (CRU)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMental Health Nurse - Infant and Child TeamMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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