Permanent, Full Time Share your skills and experience with the next generation of social workers Make a real difference in education in Aotearoa New Zealand Work collaboratively in a well-established team with a strong reputation Mo Tenei Turanga Mahi - About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to social work education. The role is underpinned by principles of social justice, bicultural practice, and empowering others to promote personal and social change. An important focus of this role will be providing teaching and support to the other Academic Staff within the Bachelor of Social Work and other Social Work-related programmes. You will work with a team of experienced social work educators who are committed to changing lives through opportunities brought about by education. This role would suit a registered social worker who is passionate about practice and has an excellent reputation as a professional. This role may also appeal to an experienced educator or someone new to social work education who is seeking a change in the direction of their career. Prior teaching experience is essential, as is a learner-focused approach to supporting students to achieve desired aspirations and outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and applying knowledge of te ao Maori to social work practice, and be confident in applying kaupapa Maori principles and matauranga Maori to learning and development in the programme. Nga Pukenga Me Nga Wheako - Skills and Experience Minimum qualification - a Masters level qualification; or a Social Work Bachelor degree and has demonstrable, relevant and suitable professional experience, in consideration of Section 100 and 101 of the Social Workers Registration Act A completed qualification in adult teaching e.g., NZCATT (essential for a senior academic staff member) Current industry/discipline knowledge Registered Social Work status with an Annual Practicing Certificate A minimum five years' experience working in the Social Work sector Established networks with Maori social services providers Commitment to research is required Vision, innovation, and a commitment to facilitating own and others' learning Capable of supporting students to achieve their learning outcomes. Works collaboratively and co-operatively, contributes to teams. Recognises diversity positively (cultural, socioeconomic, age, ability) Sound professional judgment and integrity Passionate about social work and support worker education and the opportunities to improve practice through education Passionate about making a difference in people's lives through a transformational educational experience Mo Matou - About us Ara Institute of Canterbury a business division of Te Pukenga (Ara), is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute providing world-class, tertiary-level education throughout the Canterbury and Waitaki region. Our talented employees, innovative business collaborators and supportive community partners are passionate about the role they play in our learners' success. As a business division of Te Pukenga, Ara is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds with excellence to the needs of Maori learners and their whanau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Maori communities throughout our catchment (including Maori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, Ara recognises the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation. Tono Inaianei - Apply now We accept applications via our online application system. For any other queries, please email Ra Katinga - Applications close - Friday 18 October 2024, 11.55pm Job Details Reference # 15801 Posted on 10 Oct 2024 Closes on 18 Oct 2024 23:55 Location(s) Central Christchurch Expertise Academic Job level(s) Experienced Work type(s) Permanent full-time #J-18808-Ljbffr