Lecturer

Unitec; Waitakere Ranges, Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec are uniting to offer a Lecturer role in Social Practice. The role involves teaching and supporting students across undergraduate and postgraduate levels in social work and academic writing related fields.

You will join a collaborative team focused on equity, community engagement, and high learning outcomes, with responsibilities including curriculum delivery, student supervision, and programme continuity.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB) is required.
• Master's degree in Social Work or Social Practice, or current enrolment in a relevant Master's programme.
• At least five years of professional experience in Social Services/Social Practice.
• Proven teaching experience in tertiary education and supporting diverse student populations.
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi with preference for Te Tiriti-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach and deliver Social Practice and related fields across undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Provide academic supervision and supportive teaching for diverse learners.
• Ensure continuity of the Bachelor of Social Practice delivery and maintain high engagement standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to foster inclusive, community-focused learning.
• Promote social justice and transformative learning aligned with Unitec and MIT values.

Skills

SWRB registration

Tertiary teaching experience

Culturally responsive teaching

Te Tiriti o Waitangi knowledge

Collaboration and teamwork

Research-active mindset

Willingness to learn te reo Māori

Diversity and inclusion advocacy

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or Social Practice

Current enrolment in a relevant Master's programme

Job description

Whakairohia he toki, tāraia te anamata | Learning with purpose, creating our futures

A new era in vocational education is unfolding in Tāmaki Makaurau. Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec, two trusted institutions with over 50 years of service, are coming together to create a unified, future-focused learning environment. This transformation is about more than education; it’s about building an inclusive system that reflects the aspirations of our diverse communities, industries, and Māori across the region.

Te āheinga: The opportunity

The School of Social Practice is seeking an experienced and committed Lecturer to contribute to the delivery of our Social Practice programmes. This role involves teaching and supporting students across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, in social work and academic writing associated fields.

You will be part of a collaborative academic team dedicated to fostering student success and advancing socially responsive education. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a programme that is grounded in principles of equity and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach and develop curriculumin social work and academic writing related fields across undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Support diverse and mature studentsthrough academic supervision and responsive teaching practices.
• Ensure continuity of deliveryfor the Bachelor of Social Practice programme and maintaining high standards of education and learners' engagement.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholdersto foster inclusive, community-focused learning environments.
• Champion social justice and innovationin tertiary education, contributing to Unitec's mission to address inequality through transformative learning.

This is a full-time permanent role.

Please refer to the Position Description for further information about the role.

• Current registration with the Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB) and a valid practising certificate.
• A Master's qualification in Social Work or Social Practice, or current enrolment in a relevant Master's programme.
• At least five years of professional experience in the field of Social Services or Social Practice.
• Demonstrated teaching experience in tertiary education, with the ability to engage and support a diverse student population.
• Understanding and application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, with experience as a Te Tiriti-based practitioner is preferred.
• Knowledge and practice of Ako and Ngāti Tūkana/Ngāti Teina frameworks, contributing to culturally responsive teaching and learning.
• A collaborative and research-active mindset, with a commitment to contributing to a supportive academic team and ongoing professional development.
• An understanding or desire to learn te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and the values and practices of kaupapa Māori
• Evidence of active engagement in building diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplaces/environments

Whyyou’ll love working with us

Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec is committed to learning with purpose and creating futures for our learners and communities. We value strong governance, collaboration, and wellbeing, and we are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

To be eligible for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand (such as New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency).

Applications close on26thof October 2026at 11:55 pm.

Please note: We are seeking someone who is able to start as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the role may be filled before the closing date.

Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.

Location(s) Waitakere

Expertise Academic, Academic Management, Academic Operations, Academic Quality Management, Lecturing, Other, Research, Technical Support