Lecturer in Social Work
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role
Fulfil the role of lecturer in the Bachelor of Social Work and Bachelor of Social Work (Honours), and other School of Education and Social Sciences programmes and courses as required. To engage in research.
The appointing salary for this role will be between $80,000 and $85,000, dependent on skills and experience.
The Lecturer in Social Work is based in our EIT | Te Pūkenga team reporting to the Head of School, Mātauranga, Pāpori me te Whare Tiaki Kararehe and will be responsible for:
- Curriculum and Teaching: Prepare and update course curricula, develop materials, and utilize modern teaching strategies to enhance student learning.
- Student Support and Well-being: Assist students, provide practical learning opportunities, and liaise with support services to ensure their well-being.
- Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct evaluations, provide feedback, and oversee moderation processes to maintain academic standards.
- Research and Professional Development: Plan and achieve research targets, stay updated with developments, and engage in professional growth activities.
- Communication and Resource Management: Foster positive relationships, manage resources efficiently, and promote courses and programmes.
He kōrero mōu| About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Social Work Expertise: Recent practice experience, theoretical and practical knowledge of social work modalities, and registration (or potential for registration) as a Social Worker.
- Teaching and Curriculum Development: Experience in tertiary-level teaching, curriculum development, and using educational technologies.
- Professional Skills: Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and administrative skills, with the ability to plan, meet deadlines, and teach both online and face-to-face.
- Cultural Competence: Commitment to a culturally sensitive environment, appreciation of Māori language and culture, and understanding of cultural issues.
- Qualifications: Master’s level qualification or relevant professional experience, with a teaching qualification being advantageous.
As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not.
We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential.
We want to see the real you in your application, and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter.
For more information please view the Position Description below.
Mō Mātou | About us
EIT a business division of Te Pūkenga, is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campus locations in Tairawhiti (Gisborne), Hawkes Bay and Auckland with learning centres located throughout the region.
EIT | Te Pūkenga is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our region (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, we recognise the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
As a responsible employer and education provider, EIT | Te Pūkenga is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable persons and applies relevant policy and practice to meet this commitment. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will be required to undergo pre-employment checks; Successful candidates will be required to undergo relevant vetting and employment checks.
If this exciting and rewarding role sounds like your next career move then we encourage you to apply.
We will be assessing applications as they come in and this role will be closed earlier if we receive a suitable candidate.
To apply please submit your CV and Cover Letter alongside your online application.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
