Lecturer in Social Work

EIT; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EIT in Hawke's Bay invites applications for a permanent, full-time Lecturer - Bachelor of Social Work in the School of Education, Social Sciences and Veterinary Nursing. You will contribute to high-quality teaching, curriculum development, assessment, and research, supporting student success and professional standards.

This role emphasizes culturally responsive practice, Te Tiriti o Waitangi integration, and collaboration with programme teams.

Qualifications

• Master's level qualification is highly desirable.
• Current Social Worker registration is desirable.
• Recent experience in professional social work practice.
• Knowledge of curriculum development and effective teaching practices.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the integration of te reo, tikanga and Māori values within teaching and learning.
• Tertiary teaching experience and a teaching qualification would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Delivering engaging and effective teaching using contemporary learning and teaching practices.
• Developing, reviewing and updating curriculum and course documentation.
• Preparing and maintaining high-quality learning resources and teaching materials.
• Integrating te reo, tikanga and Mātauranga Māori into learning experiences.
• Creating authentic, practical and industry-relevant learning opportunities.
• Providing academic and pastoral support to students to promote success and wellbeing.
• Designing and implementing fair, valid and reliable assessment practices.
• Assessing student performance and providing timely, constructive feedback.
• Undertaking research and scholarly activity that contributes to professional practice and community outcomes.
• Collaborating with programme teams and contributing to programme development, promotion and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strong communication

Culturally responsive practice

Organizational & planning skills

Te Tiriti o Waitangi knowledge

Education

Master's degree (Social Work or related)

Job description

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EIT is seeking a passionate and experienced permanent, full-time Lecturer - Bachelor of Social Work to join our School of Education, Social Sciences and Veterinary Nursing in Hawke's Bay. In this role, you will contribute to high-quality teaching, curriculum development, assessment, and research, supporting student success and professional standards. Working alongside colleagues and students, you will deliver contemporary, culturally responsive social work education that reflects EIT's commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and values Mātauranga Māori, whanaungatanga, and strengths-based practice. We are looking for someone with recent social work practice experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to culturally responsive practice.

The appointing salary for this role will be between $84,793 and $89,639 dependent on skills and experience.

The Lecturer - Bachelor of Social Work is based in our School of 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:

• Delivering engaging and effective teaching using contemporary learning and teaching practices.
• Developing, reviewing and updating curriculum and course documentation.
• Preparing and maintaining high-quality learning resources and teaching materials.
• Creating authentic, practical and industry-relevant learning opportunities.
• Providing academic and pastoral support to students to promote success and wellbeing.
• Designing and implementing fair, valid and reliable assessment practices.
• Assessing student performance and providing timely, constructive feedback.
• Undertaking research and scholarly activity that contributes to professional practice and community outcomes.
• Collaborating with programme teams and contributing to programme development, promotion and continuous improvement.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Master's level qualification is highly desirable.
• Current Social Worker registration is desirable.
• Recent experience in professional social work practice.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of contemporary social work approaches.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to coordinate academic activities.
• Experience supporting diverse learners to achieve successful outcomes.
• Knowledge of curriculum development and effective teaching practices.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the integration of te reo, tikanga and Māori values within teaching and learning.
• Tertiary teaching experience and a teaching qualification would be advantageous.

As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not. We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the advert, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter. For more information, please view the Position Description below.

EIT is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campuses in Tairāwhiti (Gisborne), Hawke’s Bay, and Auckland, and learning centres throughout the region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to delivering services that meet the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as iwi aspirations.

Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role

EIT is seeking a passionate and experienced permanent, full-time Lecturer - Bachelor of Social Work to join our School of Education, Social Sciences and Veterinary Nursing in Hawke's Bay. In this role, you will contribute to high-quality teaching, curriculum development, assessment, and research, supporting student success and professional standards. Working alongside colleagues and students, you will deliver contemporary, culturally responsive social work education that reflects EIT's commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and values Mātauranga Māori, whanaungatanga, and strengths-based practice. We are looking for someone with recent social work practice experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to culturally responsive practice.

• Delivering engaging and effective teaching using contemporary learning and teaching practices.
• Developing, reviewing and updating curriculum and course documentation.
• Preparing and maintaining high-quality learning resources and teaching materials.
• Integrating te reo, tikanga and Mātauranga Māori into learning experiences.
• Creating authentic, practical and industry-relevant learning opportunities.
• Providing academic and pastoral support to students to promote success and wellbeing.
• Designing and implementing fair, valid and reliable assessment practices.
• Assessing student performance and providing timely, constructive feedback.
• Undertaking research and scholarly activity that contributes to professional practice and community outcomes.
• Collaborating with programme teams and contributing to programme development, promotion and continuous improvement.

He kōrero mōu | About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Master's level qualification is highly desirable.
• Current Social Worker registration is desirable.
• Recent experience in professional social work practice.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of contemporary social work approaches.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to coordinate academic activities.
• Experience supporting diverse learners to achieve successful outcomes.
• Knowledge of curriculum development and effective teaching practices.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the integration of te reo, tikanga and Māori values within teaching and learning.
• Tertiary teaching experience and a teaching qualification would be advantageous.

Mō Mātou | About us

EIT is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campuses in Tairāwhiti (Gisborne), Hawke’s Bay, and Auckland, and learning centres throughout the region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to delivering services that meet the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as iwi aspirations.

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.

For a copy of the Job Description visit bachelor-of-social-work-–-lecturer-position-description-0127.pdf