Academic Instructor: Social Practice & Youth Work

Toi Ohomai

Tauranga

On-site

NZD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Toi Ohomai invites applications for an Academic Staff Member – Social Practice to deliver learner-centered education across Youth Work and Health & Wellbeing programmes. You will contribute to curriculum development, teaching, assessment, and learner support while engaging with industry to ensure relevance and excellence.

Based at Tauranga or Rotorua campuses with travel as needed, the role requires a current NZ driver’s licence.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Social Work preferred; SWRB registration required or active.
NZ context experience with bicultural environments and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Minimum 5 years’ qualified experience in the field.
Excellent communication and relationship-building with learners, colleagues, stakeholders.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, lifelong learning and Toitūtanga, Manaakitanga, Whanaungatanga, Kotahitanga.

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging and culturally responsive teaching across Social Work courses.
Support learners through pastoral care, academic guidance, and inclusive teaching practices.
Develop and maintain course materials and assessments aligned with industry standards.
Engage with local social work professionals and organisations to ensure programme relevance.
Contribute to continuous improvement through reflective practice, peer collaboration, and learner feedback.
Uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments and promote Māori success.