Community Midwife at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Great location - Tauranga 
• Permanent Part-time – up to 1.0 FTE
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

Bay of Plenty - Hauora a Toi are looking for Registered Midwives with heart, presence, and experience to join our Community Midwifery Team based in Tauranga.  We are offering up to 1.0 FTE that offers the rare privilege of walking alongside māmā and their whānau through pregnancy, birth, and the early days of parenting.  Sound like you?  We encourage you to apply today stating in your cover letter how many hours per week you wish to be considered for.

This is midwifery at its most meaningful – out in the community, delivering continuity of care, building trusting relationships, and ensuring that every whānau feels supported, informed, and respected.  Our midwife-led model is grounded in connection and collaboration.  You will work closely with the maternity team based at Tauranga Hospital, delivering antenatal and postnatal care in homes, clinics, and community settings, while also educating and guiding whānau on maternal and new-born wellbeing. 

About the Team/Service/ Location

Located in the beautiful Bay of Plenty, our Community Midwifery Service is passionate about equitable, relationship-based care.  We are a team that values whanaungatanga, cultural safety, and shared learning.  You will be joining a region rich in culture, connection, and natural beauty – with room to grow personally and professionally.

For a sneak peak of the region, just click here

About you

To be successful in the role, you will be grounded in your practice and generous in your care.  You bring confidence, humility, and a steady hand to your work – whether supporting first-time parents or navigating the complex needs of our diverse communities.

What you will bring:  

• Registered Midwife with a current Annual Practicing Certificate.
• Confidence across the full scope of midwifery, particularly in antenatal and postnatal care.
• A calm, compassionate communication style that builds trust.
• A genuine passion for walking alongside hapū māmā and their whānau
• A full, clean NZ driver's licence.

Working for Health New Zealand

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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 13 June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact BP-Careers@bopdhb.govt.nz 

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.