Barbering Kaiako

Ara Institute of Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Income protection for permanent kaimah

Staff fee discounts on Ara courses

Professional development leave & extra

Two on-site early childhood centres

Generous leave provisions

Annual Christmas closedown

Gym, library and cafés on campus

Job summary

Ara Institute of Canterbury is seeking an experienced Barbering Kaiako to deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across its Hairdressing and Barbering programmes. You will use your industry expertise to support learner success, develop future-ready skills, and create an inclusive learning environment.

Working with colleagues, industry partners and learners, you'll contribute to programme development and student achievement while supporting Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive

Qualifications

• NZ Trade Certificate in Barbering or National Certificate or equivalent recognised.
• Current knowledge of barbering industry trends, practices and standards.
• Ara-recognised adult teaching qualification, or commitment to obtain within three years.
• Barbering industry experience of at least six years, including one year recent relevant work.
• Well-established network of industry contacts.
• Proven skills across all aspects of barbering practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across Hairdressing and Barbering programmes.
• Support learner success and develop future-ready skills.
• Collaborate with colleagues, industry partners and learners.
• Contribute to programme development and student achievement, aligned with Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive education.

Skills

Industry trends knowledge

Adult teaching qualification

Barbering industry experience

Industry network

Barbering skills across all practices

Education

NZ Trade Certificate in Barbering

National Certificate in Barbering

Job description

City Campus
Permanent Proportional (0.6FTE)

• Inspire future barbers through hands-on, industry-focused training.
• Share your expertise in a modern, learner-centered environment.
• Build strong industry connections and support learner success.
• Enjoy professional development and a supportive academic team.

Passionate about barbering? Join Ara and help shape the next generation of industry professionals through practical, inspiring education.

Ara Institute of Canterbury is seeking an experienced Barbering Kaiako (Academic Staff Member) to deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across its Hairdressing and Barbering programmes. You'll use your industry expertise to support learner success, develop future-ready skills, and create an inclusive learning environment. Working closely with colleagues, industry partners, and learners, you'll contribute to programme development, student achievement, and Ara's commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive education.

• NZ Trade Certificate in Barbering, National Certificate, or recognised equivalent. Relevant industry experience will also be considered.
• Current knowledge of industry trends, practices, and standards.
• An Ara-recognised adult teaching qualification, or willingness to achieve an appropriate qualification within three years of appointment.
• Demonstrated barbering industry experience of at least six years, including one year of recent, directly relevant experience.
• Well-established network of industry contacts and connections.
• Proven skills and expertise across all aspects of barbering practice.

Ara Institute of Canterbury is the South Island's largest provider of tertiary vocational education, helping people build better futures - and that starts with our people.

Every day, our kaimahi help students gain real skills for real careers through hands-on learning and strong industry connections.

The Madras Street (City) campus brings engineering, architecture, music, trades, health and creative arts together in the heart of Christchurch, right next door to One New Zealand Stadium.

We offer tangible benefits: income protection for permanent kaimahi over 15 hours, fee discounts on Ara courses for staff, professional development leave and funding, two on-site early childhood centres, generous leave provisions, and an annual Christmas closedown to enjoy time with whanau and friends. A gym, library and cafés complete the picture.

Guided by our values Hono | Connect, Hihiri | Inspire and Aroha | Respect, we're committed to equity, inclusion and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

If you're looking for work that matters, Ara could be your next chapter.