Whakaora Ngangahau - Occupational Therapy Lecturer
Permanent, part-time or full-time
Ōtepoti Campus
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Ko wai mātou | About us as an organisation
At Te Kura Matatini ki Otago/Otago Polytechnic, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining kaimahi (staff) who are passionate, creative, future-focused and dedicated to help set the direction for quality vocational and applied learning to meet tomorrow’s needs.
We are guided by our values and we are proud to be Rainbow Tick certified. We aspire to create a working environment that is inclusive and meets the aspirations of mana whenua ensuring equity for Māori and increasing access for all.
Mō te tūraka mahi | About the role
Te Kura Whakaora Ngangahau | The School of Occupational Therapy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, experienced, passionate and motivated educator who will create an outstanding learning experience for ākonga (learners) within the Bachelor of Occupational therapy.
Based in Ōtepoti | Dunedin you will be part of a team to deliver occupational therapy theories and practices to ākonga (learners) studying towards a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy.
There is an opportunity for you to teach into a number of academic courses, and you will draw on your experience working as an occupational therapist | kaiwhakaora ngangahau.
The Lecturer role includes
· planning, developing and delivering teaching and learning content for allocated occupational therapy courses, working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure appropriate integration and progression across the programme;
· contributing to the ongoing review and development of courses and curriculum to ensure they meet ākonga learning needs, programme requirements and contemporary occupational therapy practice;
· providing campus-based teaching, learning support and academic guidance to ākonga, including monitoring and supporting engagement and progress;
· contributing to assessment-related activities, including marking, moderation, student results and progress reporting;
· applying relevant course information and resources, including course guides, teaching materials, attendance information and resource bookings;
· providing appropriate pastoral support to ākonga concerning learning content and assessments
· contributing collaboratively to the wider delivery and development of the occupational therapy programme.
For candidates with the right experience and aspirations, there may be an opportunity to step into a leadership position within the School and this can be discussed as part of the recruitment process.
We have part-time and full-time options available with some flexibility around hours. Just let us know in your cover letter what you’re looking for and your preferred FTE.
Ko wai koe | About you
Key to your success in this role will be your motivation and desire to be part of the development of future kaiwhakaora ngangahau | occupational therapists to practice in Aotearoa New Zealand.
We are looking for someone who:
Ø has clinical occupational therapy practice experience
Ø is effective in their knowledge and practice on how kawa whakaruruhau | cultural safety can be demonstrated as a kaiwhakaora ngangahau | occupational therapist in an Aotearoa New Zealand context.
Ø is committed to help ākonga learn, with an appreciation of and understanding of diverse learning needs
Ø will be an effective Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, by your knowledge of Te Ao Māori, and supporting the values and tikanga of mana whenua throughout your mahi
Ø possesses excellent communication skills with a natural ability to engage and build relationships especially maintaining mana whenua connections
Ø has NZ registration as an occupational therapist with a current annual practicing certificate
Ø holds a postgraduate qualification would be an advantage
Ø a willingness to undertake training in the tertiary teaching space
Ø has good computer literacy and ability to use full suite of Microsoft products (particularly Word, Excel and SharePoint/Teams).
The successful applicant will uphold our organisation’s commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi by continuously developing and upholding your understanding of our obligations and connection with Te Tiriti as an individual and as an organisation
Through recognition, empowerment and inclusion, you will give greater acknowledgement to the unmet needs of Māori, Pasifika and disabled people and their whanau.
You will have demonstrable health and safety best practices and enjoy being part of a team who support each other. You will easily be able to build and maintain relationships and communicate well via email, phone and face-to-face.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
For specific information please contact Dan Mills: Dan.Mills@op.ac.nz
For a position description or to apply click on the link
Applications close 5pm, Sunday 8 November 2026.
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