Programme Manager + FEC Social Practice
Position Title: Programme Manager & Field Education Coordinator – Social Practice
Location: Bay of Plenty
Team: Social Practice
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the Role
Lead and coordinate the Social Practice portfolio, including delivery and field education for BSW. This role supports programme quality, placements, and partnerships across the social sector. Join a growing, purpose-led team at a pivotal stage.
Social Practice supports pathways into social work, youth work, mental health, addiction and Whānau Ora. You’ll work alongside passionate kaiako and partners to deliver meaningful outcomes for ākonga.
Ngā mahi | Key Responsibilities
- Lead academic delivery and programme planning
- Manage budget, EFTS, and performance outcomes
- Provide leadership and team wellbeing support
- Coordinate BSW placements and provider links
- Ensure NZQA and SWRB compliance standards
- Support consortium and accreditation activity
- Strengthen community and sector partnerships
- Drive continuous improvement and equity focus
He kōrero mōu | About You
You bring:
- Degree in social work or related discipline
- Programme leadership or teaching experience
- Knowledge of NZQA quality processes
- Field education or placement experience
- Strong stakeholder and iwi engagement skills
Mō Mātou | About us
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is the largest vocational education provider in the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato. Home to over 9000 ākonga (students), at Toi Ohomai we put ākonga and kaimahi at the centre of all we do. Through educational excellence, Māori Success, strong partnerships and sustainable practices we enable our ākonga, institution and communities to thrive.
Toiohomaitanga describes our way of doing and being. It reflects how we care for each other, work together, and uphold our shared purpose. Ā mātou uara | our values are an important part of this, our Toi Ohomai values are:
- Toitūtanga – Courageous and humble in our pursuit of excellence
- Manaakitanga – Strengthening the mana of others and our communities
- Whanaungatanga – Building and nurturing relationships
- Kotahitanga – United in our shared purpose
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
At Toi Ohomai, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and the unique perspectives and skills they bring. We strive to ensure a recruitment process that is accessible and welcoming and encourage applications from our diverse communities. If you need support during the application process, reach out, we’re here to help.
All applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Toi Ohomai is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and will undertake relevant vetting and pre-employment checks.
If this role sounds like your next career move, then we encourage you to apply. We review applications as they arrive and may contact shortlisted candidates before the closing date.
To apply please submit your CV and Cover Letter with your online application.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
