About the role
Mater Mothers’ Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join the team as a Baby Care Assistant in the private wards. Successful applicant will be appointed on a casual basis to cover night shifts and assist with leave coverage.
The Mater Mothers' Hospital manages over 10,000 births and 2,200 neonatal admissions each year, including at least 120 neonatal retrievals. The Hospital provides antenatal, perinatal and postnatal services and specialise in caring for severe complications in pregnancy, as well as newborn disorders. Additionally, an ambulatory service provides a number of midwifery antenatal outreach clinics and a Home Care Program.
Salary range: $32.82 - $35.39 per hour plus night shift / weekend penalties, plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!
What you’ll be doing
As a Baby Care Assistant you will be working closely with the Midwifery team in providing support for mothers and their new babies. The main responsibilities of the role include:
- Supporting a mother to set up for breastfeeding
- Assisting and providing guidance for parents on settling techniques
- Providing guidance and advice on baby handling and bathing
- General cleaning and stocking
About you
To be considered suitable for these positions you need to have completed a Certificate III in Children’s Services, a Blue Card and/or a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance, and have experience caring for babies within a work environment.
This is an exceptional opportunity if you are an experienced childcare worker or carer who is interested in a change of pace by demonstrating your skills within the healthcare industry.
Ideal candidates will demonstrate a mature attitude, commitment to being available for shifts as identified, a passion for providing exceptional care to new babies and their families and have high level interpersonal and communication skills.
Why join us?
Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.
We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- Convenient, discounted on-site parking
- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
- Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.
Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER
Applications close Sunday the 14th of June 2026 – please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW.
Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).
Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.
Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.
