Maternal and Child Health Nurse

Overview

- Temporary (fixed term) Part time, (0.63 FTE 3 days) until October 2026

- Salary $120,030- $128,155 (pro rata) qualification allowances + 12% superannuation (pro rata)

- Doncaster location

Make a difference for the children and families of Manningham.

Join a nurturing environment, with an established and collaborative leadership team. Work within a supportive and friendly team where we value the positive team culture evident at Manningham. Help make a difference to parents and young children utilising a holistic approach to provide family centred and strengths-based care.

Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and leisure centres, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.

We provide challenging and rewarding employment opportunities to innovative, passionate, and driven people. We have a positive and friendly working environment, and we offer our employees a range of benefits, including flexible work options, opportunities for career development, and health and wellbeing initiatives.

We’re constantly transforming our organisation to best support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new gamechanger to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.

About the role

Manningham MCH service provides a high-quality program supporting the diverse population of Manningham. Our Maternal and Child Health nurses are passionate about the work they do with families, creating a safe, respectful and inclusive environment.

We are looking for a positive and motivated Maternal and Child Health nurse to join our team. The primary role is to provide a flexible, universal and family-focused Maternal and Child Health service, maximising the health and development potential for all children from birth to 6 years old, using a holistic and family centred approach.

The Universal MCH service aims to optimise maternal and family wellbeing with a strong focus on supporting mental health and healthy relationships. We focus on prevention and detection of physical, developmental, emotional, and social factors affecting young children. Our service promotes health and development as well as referring into early intervention when required.

Manningham is a multicultural and diverse community and our MCH nurses have a respectful and inclusive approach towards clients and colleagues.

The service operates out of 4 multi-nurse centres and delivers a high-quality program supporting the diverse population of Manningham. We offer flexibility for parents through some evening sessions. Some availability to work on a rotating evening roster is a requirement of this role.

Skills and experience

- Current registration as both a registered nurse and midwife on the AHPRA register, with Post graduate Diploma/Masters in Child and Family Health Nursing.

- An empathetic and holistic approach to practice family partnerships.

- A demonstrated commitment to participate in continuous improvement, education, professional development, to increase knowledge and skills.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Knowledge and understanding of family partnerships, child development and behaviour.

- Driver’s licence valid in Victoria.

Position Description can be viewed below or is available on the job advertisement on the Manningham careers section: Job Vacancies

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your up to date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role. For a confidential discussion please contact Susan Kent, Maternal Child Health Team Lead on 9840 9110.

For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please email jobs@manningham.vic.gov.au or visit the Manningham work-for-us page.

Applications close on Friday 3 October 2025 at 5:00pm

Don’t meet every requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you’re excited about this role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply now.

Manningham Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council have a number of policies and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy, flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various communication methods when working remotely.

If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Manningham Council is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check.

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