Learning Facilitators - Veterinary Nursing

Qjumpers; Hawke's Bay; Presencial; NZD 59.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Qjumpers in Hawke's Bay is seeking two full-time, permanent Learning Facilitators, Veterinary Nursing to commence January 2027. You will support teaching and learning across veterinary nursing programmes, helping students achieve outcomes while maintaining high animal welfare and safety standards.

Based in the School of Education, Social Sciences and Veterinary Nursing, you will collaborate with staff, clinics, and industry partners to plan activities, monitor hours, and contribute to continuous

Formación

• Qualification in Veterinary Nursing, Animal Care, Education, or related field.
• Practical experience in veterinary, animal care, education, or training.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Commitment to learner success and safe learning environments.
• Understanding of animal welfare and health & safety requirements.
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and culturally responsive practice.

Responsabilidades

• Support student learning and achievement through guidance, coaching, and pastoral support.
• Facilitate practical learning activities and assist staff with teaching sessions and assessments.
• Coordinate and monitor student workplace learning, recording and tracking hours.
• Maintain relationships with clinics, industry partners, and stakeholders for placements.
• Ensure teaching resources and environments are fit for purpose.
• Promote high standards of animal welfare and safety.
• Assist with programme administration and learner recruitment activities.
• Contribute to programme reviews and quality assurance processes.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Pastoral support

Team collaboration

Educación

Qualification in Veterinary Nursing or related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking two full-time, permanent Learning Facilitators, Veterinary Nursing to join our team in Hawke's Bay, commencing employment in January 2027.

As a Learning Facilitator, you will support teaching and learning activities across our veterinary nursing programmes, helping students to achieve successful outcomes while ensuring high standards of animal welfare, health and safety, and programme delivery.

The appointing salary for this role will be between $59,458 and $64,388, dependent on skills and experience.

The Learning Facilitator, Veterinary Nursing is based in our School of Education, Social Sciences and Veterinary Nursing in Hawke's Bay, reporting to the Head of School, Education, Social Sciences and Veterinary Nursing and will be responsible for:

• Support student learning and achievement by providing guidance, coaching, and pastoral support throughout their learning journey.
• Facilitate practical learning activities and assist academic staff with the delivery of teaching sessions and assessments.
• Coordinate and monitor student workplace learning, including recording and tracking practical and clinical hours.
• Maintain effective relationships with veterinary clinics, industry partners, and external stakeholders to support student placements and programme outcomes.
• Ensure teaching resources, equipment, and learning environments are maintained and fit for purpose.
• Promote and uphold high standards of animal welfare, health and safety, and professional conduct.
• Assist with programme administration, student records, and reporting requirements.
• Support tauira recruitment, orientation, and learner engagement activities.
• Contribute to programme reviews, quality assurance processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively across the Centre for Veterinary Nursing and wider EIT teams to achieve organisational goals.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A qualification in Veterinary Nursing, Animal Care, Education, or a related field.
• Practical experience within a veterinary, animal care, educational, or training environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and industry partners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and other digital systems confidently.
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail.
• A commitment to supporting learner success and creating positive learning experiences.
• An understanding of animal welfare requirements and health and safety responsibilities.
• An awareness of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and a commitment to culturally responsive practice.

Applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will undergo pre-employment checks, including a New Zealand Police vet as this role is identified as a children’s worker.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.