Enrolled Nurse (Level 2), Early Parenting Practitioner, Early Parenting Centre
Employment Type - Permanent Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 48
Job Category - Nursing - Enrolled Nurse
Req Id - 7607
Make a difference to local families
- Join Barwon Health's state-of-the-art Early Parenting Centre, dedicated to supporting families in our region
- Fantastic career opportunities for Early Parenting Practitioners
- Enjoy a role that will be varied, challenging and rewarding
- Excellent permanent part-time opportunity (48 hours per fortnight) with five weeks leave & salary packaging
About the role
Early Parenting Practitioners (EPP) are key members of the clinical team. Under the delegation and supervision of the ANUM/AMUM or Maternal and Child Health Nurse they provide frontline care to families to assist in the establishment and maintenance of healthy parent-child relationships. The role assists parents and carers in learning to care for their young children and themselves as parents. This includes the establishment and maintenance of feeding, sleeping, rest, play and limit setting of behaviour, safety and hygiene.
All interventions are Under the delegation and supervision of the ANUM/AMUM or Maternal and Child Health Nurse and established on a sound understanding of the enduring nature of attachment relationships for the healthy development of children into adulthood.
The EPP establishes and maintains an effective supportive, safe and welcoming learning environment for children and their parents. In addition, they plan, organise, implement, guide and evaluate play and age appropriate learning experiences for young children, encouraging parents to participate.
Key Responsibilities
- Under the delegation and supervision of the ANUM/AMUM or Maternal and Child Health Nurse day to day provision of care to the consumer and their families that aligns with the care plan.
- Able to independently organise own workload and set priorities within the work plan established
- Liaison with community teams and external organisations in relation to consumer care
- Day to day provision of care to the consumer and their families that aligns with the care plan.
What we’re looking for
- Diploma level qualification in a relevant field (Relevant registrations applicable). This may include:
- Nursing
- Children’s Services
- Early Childhood Development Youth Work
Or
- Degree (or above) in a relevant field (Relevant Registrations applicable). This may include:
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Hold a current Working with Children’s Check and
- A current National Police Check
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
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Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
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A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
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Extensive professional development opportunities
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Attractive salary packaging benefits
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Living expenses capped at $9,010
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Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au
All appointments are subject to:
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Satisfactory Police Record Check
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Immunisation Status Clearance
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Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Contact person: Shelley Taylor-Shaw
Email: shelley.taylor-shaw@barwonhealth.org.au
Application closing date: 9th March, 2026
Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.