Midwife Clinical Coach

North Island - Taranaki – New Plymouth, North Island

• Midwife Clinical Coach, New Plymouth Hospital, 0.6FTE.
• Benefits of Employment with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki include
• Cheap Gym Membership – Use the hospital gym, squash court, and swimming pool at a subsidised cost.
• Discounts on Goods – Save on a range of everyday items.

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 Role

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki are looking for an inspiring Midwife Clinical Coach to join their team. The position is permanent part‑time, 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week).

The Midwife Clinical Coach provides practical clinical education and support to all members of the maternity team. The role has a particular focus on New Graduate Midwives, Return to Practice Midwives, and Midwives new to New Zealand.

About the Team / Service / Location

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki maternity service comprises a secondary maternity unit located in Taranaki Base Hospital in New Plymouth, and a primary maternity unit located in Hawera. At the secondary unit there is a combined birthing suite and antenatal ward, and a separate postnatal ward. There are six birthing rooms, a birthing pool, seven antenatal beds, and 16 postnatal beds. The primary birthing unit has one birthing room with pool and four postnatal beds.

In 2026 the maternity unit at Taranaki Base Hospital will move into a purpose‑built new unit. This unit includes a purpose‑built midwife‑led birthing facility. The Midwife Clinical Coach will be a vital part of the team overseeing and facilitating the transition between the two buildings. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the changing shape maternity care in Taranaki.

About you

Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

Health 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 Apply

To apply please click apply now . All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Thursday 4 December 2025 . If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria Christian

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

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