Dunedin - Maternity Care Assistantat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Southern -
Maternity Ward, Dunedin HospitalSalary band
- $60,100 to $70,358 p.a pro-rata and KiwisaverCasual position
- work around your timetableOpportunity for current NZ Bachelor of Midwifery Programme studentsA unique opportunity to develop your skills while studying 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 roleJoin our maternity team to make a real difference to the experience of new parents, their babies and their families and whānau.As a Maternity Care Assistant you will be involved in the following:Supporting our Midwives
- assisting with patient care under supervisionCleaning equipment and preparing the birthing roomsBasic baby care (bathing, changing nappies, and settling babies)Assisting women with showering and at meal timesClerical duties and other general duties as required to assist with the smooth running of the departmentBecoming a Maternity Care Assistant is a great opportunity to:gain hands-on experience to compliment your studiesset the tone for your future career as a midwifeunderstand how the maternity ward runs day-to-dayreceive on the job support from those who have been in your shoes!View position descriptionAbout usWe consider ourselves to be very fortunate here at the Queen Mary Maternity Unit.
- Te Whatu Ora
- Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.
We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.Find out more about midwifery at Health New Zealand
- Te Whatu Ora Southern here Midwifery | Southern Health | He hauora, he kuru pounamu!BenefitsBeautiful coastlines and a family-friendly communityContinuous support for career developmentSubsidised gym membership and discounted health insuranceAccess to staff fitness facilities and banking offersAccess to a range of retail discounts and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) About youWe are seeking applications from current midwifery students, that are enrolled in a New Zealand Bachelor of Midwifery programme who are dynamic, friendly and can demonstrate a high level of initiative.
Experience working with people in a caring capacity is advantageous, however we are excited to support your entry into the profession.As a casual employee, you may be asked to complete morning, afternoon or night shifts, but we will work together to create a great balance for your schedule.
Salary rangeThis role falls under the terms and conditions of the MERAS Midwives Collective Agreement (1 February 2024- 30 April 2025), Maternity Care Assistants Salary Scale, between Step 1 and Step 5, $60,100 to $70,358 per annum, pro rata.Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 applyTo apply please click 'apply now'.All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Sunday, 23 November 2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please email our Recruitment Advisor at katie.procter@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.We only accept online applications.
Please apply via our website by clicking here