We have multiple exciting opportunities for Maternal and Child Health Nurses to join our friendly, professional, community focused MCH team.

• Permanent part‑time role (3 days per week)
• 1 x Temporary part‑time position for 12 months starting from February 2026 – parental leave backfill (3 days per week)
• Casual positions – offering flexibility to suit your availability
• $57.23 - $61.69 per hour (depending on experience) + 12% superannuation + qualification allowance for the part time and temporary roles
• $71.54 - $77.12 per hour including the casual loading of 25% (depending on experience) + 12% superannuation + qualification allowance for the casual roles

About the role
As a Maternal and Child Health Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality service to families with children aged 0–6 across the City of Glen Eira.

Why you will love this role?

• Be part of a supportive, values-led and collaborative MCH team.
• Make a meaningful difference in the early years of children’s lives.
• Provide purposeful community orientated support to families
• Play an important role in strengthening family and community wellbeing.

Other responsibilities include:

• Work in partnership with families by providing an intersectional approach to optimise health, wellbeing, safety, learning and development for the child.
• Identify children and families experiencing vulnerability, provide health and safety information and facilitate early intervention through referral and engagement with services.
• Practice safely and competently in accordance with the current Department of Health Maternal and Child Health framework and guidelines

About you
You are a dedicated maternal and child health professional who provides warm, evidence‑based support to families, and is a values-driven team member. You communicate effectively, exercise sound clinical judgement and work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for children.

The following is also required:

• Current Registered Nurse (Div 1) and Registered Midwife with AHPRA with additional post graduate qualifications in Maternal and Child Health Nursing.
• Demonstrated registration requirements of The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia for continuing professional development.
• Demonstrated experience working in Maternal and Child Health Services or related area.
• Valid Victorian Drivers’ Licence and road worthy vehicle.

Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Important Information
This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check, Employee Working with Children Check, and proof of COVID-19 vaccinations or authorised medical exemption (in accordance with Council’s COVID-19 Protective Behaviours Policy) prior to commencement.
Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. 

Position Description
Maternal and Child Health Nurse- Position Description.pdf

Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)
• Respond to the following screening question which appears as part of the application:
  • Which role would you like to apply for? Permanent part time, 12-month temporary role or casual role.

Closing date: 23 January 2026 at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Jan Roughley, Team Leader Maternal and Child Health on 0468 541 875 or email jroughley@gleneira.vic.gov.au

What’s on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs and Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure