Maternal and Child Health Nurse

Maternal Child Health Nurse  
Permanent Part Time | 24 hrs a week (Mon, Tues, & Thurs) | Stawell 

Salary: $63.88 per hour plus superannuation 

Applications close: Sunday the 25th October 2026 at 11:59pm

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Deliver Family-Centred Nursing Care to our community. Apply with us today and make a real difference! 

Join Northern Grampians Shire Council as a Maternal and Child Health Nurse, supporting local children aged 0–6 and their families to thrive. 

About Northern Grampians Shire Council  

Based in Victoria’s Grampians region, Northern Grampians Shire Council is a diverse, community-focused organisation with 14 worksites. We value innovation, respect, responsiveness and continuous improvement and offer opportunities to collaborate, take on new challenges and grow your career. 

About the role 

Join Northern Grampians Shire Council as a Maternal and Child Health Nurse and make a meaningful difference for local children and families. You’ll provide evidence-based care for children from birth to six years, support their development and family wellbeing, and connect families with the services they need. You’ll also contribute to immunisation and health promotion across our regional community. This role is very rewarding working within a supportive team, with flexible arrangements and opportunities for professional development all set in the beautiful Grampians region. 

This Is a Permanent part-time role working 24 hours per week across three days: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30 am–5:00 pm.  

About you 

You’re a caring, confident, registered nurse who wants to make a real difference for children and families. You’ll bring: 

• Current AHPRA registration and eligibility to practise in Victoria. 

• Postgraduate qualifications in Maternal and Child Health and Midwifery. 

• A family-centred approach, strong clinical judgement and a commitment to early intervention and child safety. 

• The communication skills to build trusted relationships with families, colleagues and community partners. 

• Knowledge of best-practice care, referral pathways and support services. 

• Experience with Maternal and Child Health systems is an advantage. 

Benefits include:  

• Flexible work arrangements 

• Training and professional development 

• Supportive team environment 

• Salary packaging, including remote area housing allowances and novated leases 

• Paid leave options, including purchased leave and paid parental leave 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• The chance to enjoy the region’s beautiful landscapes and biodiversity

Diversity & Inclusion 

Northern Grampians Shire Council is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming employer that reflects the communities we serve. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms, including gender, sexuality, culture, faith, ability, family structure and identity, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and LGBTIQA+ people. We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. 

Recruitment support  

If you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process to participate, please contact us at ngsc.hr@ngshire.vic.gov.au  

Pre-employment checks  

Appointments are subject to satisfactory: 

• Police Record Check 

• APHRA Registration Check 

• Medical/ Health Assessment  

• Working with Children Check 

How to apply 

• Please download and read the position description to view the full selection criteria 

• Click the Apply Button to submit application 

• Attach a resume and cover letter  

If you'd like to know more contact Rebecca Wilson, Team Leader Maternal Child Health at rebecca.wilson@ngshire.vic.gov.au or call 03 5358 8700. 
 
Applications close: 25rd October, 2026 at 11:59pm