Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role

We are seeking a Lecturer in Social Work to join our team at the Hawke’s Bay campus. This permanent part-time 0.6 FTE position will contribute to the Bachelor of Social Work and Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) programmes, as well as other courses within the School of Education and Social Sciences. The role involves teaching, curriculum development, student support, and research.
The appointing salary will be negotiable, commensurate with skills and relevant experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and updating curriculum and course materials.
• Facilitating student learning through innovative teaching strategies, including blended and online delivery.
• Supporting student well-being and liaising with support services.
• Undertaking assessment, moderation, and maintaining accurate student records.
• Engaging in research and professional development.

He kōrero mōu | About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current registration as a Social Worker (essential).
• Recent experience in social work practice and knowledge of current modalities.
• A Master’s level qualification (essential).
• Well-developed oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to teach in both face-to-face and online environments.
• Experience in tertiary teaching and curriculum development (highly desirable).
• Commitment to culturally responsive practice and appreciation of Māori language and culture.

Mō Mātou | About Us

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

 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 ad, 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.

Me pēhea te tono | How to Apply

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will undergo pre-employment checks, including a Safety Check process as this role is identified as a children’s worker.
Submit your CV and Cover Letter via our online application system. For queries, contact peopleandculture@eit.ac.nz.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this advert may close earlier if suitable candidates are identified.