Faculty Leader – Social Work

Job Description

Faculty Leader – Social Work
Location: Auckland (preferred), or Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch
Full-time | Permanent | HANZ Auckland 

Please note: While our preference is for someone based in Auckland, where the team is located, we are open to considering strong candidates based in Hamilton, Wellington or Christchurch, where Yoobee also has campuses.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

We are seeking an experienced academic to lead the development of our new Social Work programme portfolio as the Faculty Leader – Social Work.

Working closely with the Head of Faculty – Health & Nursing and Head of Programme Development, you will provide academic leadership across programme design, curriculum development, stakeholder engagement and quality assurance, helping establish a high-quality Social Work portfolio that meets professional accreditation, regulatory and industry requirements.

This is a hands-on academic leadership role with the opportunity to shape programmes that respond to workforce and community needs, uphold professional standards and support equitable outcomes for ākonga.

The primary focus of the role is to initiate and lead the end-to-end development and implementation of the Social Work programme portfolio, working collaboratively across faculty, programme development, quality, learning design and industry stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead programme and curriculum development across the Social Work portfolio.
• Develop programme structures, course descriptors, learning outcomes, assessment frameworks and teaching resources.
• Create high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment resources aligned with approved programme documentation, learning outcomes, and graduate profile requirements.
• Lead work-integrated learning, placement, supervision and professional practice models.
• Embed Mātauranga Māori, Te Ao Māori, Pasifika perspectives and culturally responsive approaches throughout the curriculum.
• Ensure programme development aligns with SWRB Education Standards, NZQA requirements and relevant academic quality standards.
• Support internal approval, external accreditation and regulatory processes.
• Establish programme implementation plans, milestones, resource requirements and delivery timelines.
• Build strong relationships with Social Work practitioners, professional bodies, iwi, Māori and Pasifika stakeholders, employers, community organisations and placement providers.
• Lead sector consultation to ensure programmes remain responsive to contemporary Social Work practice and workforce needs. 

Qualifications

Ko wai koe | About you

You’re an experienced Social Work academic and professional with strong programme development, curriculum leadership and stakeholder engagement experience.

You’ll bring:

• A relevant PhD or doctoral qualification in Social Work or a closely related discipline.
• Current registration with the Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB).
• Significant professional and academic experience in Social Work, including tertiary teaching, academic leadership, curriculum development and programme design.
• Strong knowledge of tertiary quality assurance, regulatory and professional accreditation requirements.
• Experience engaging with Social Work practitioners, professional bodies, iwi, Māori and Pasifika communities, employers and community organisations.
• Strong Māori and Pasifika capability, including an understanding of Te Ao Māori, Pasifika worldviews and culturally responsive teaching approaches.
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application to Social Work education and practice.
• Experience developing tertiary-level teaching, learning and assessment resources.
• Strong communication, organisation and relationship management skills.

Experience with SWRB programme accreditation or approval processes, research and scholarly activity, established sector networks, or Moodle/LMS platforms would be advantageous.

Additional Information

He aha ai mātou? | Why work with us

This is an opportunity to have a meaningful influence on the development of a new Social Work programme portfolio and contribute to programmes designed around contemporary practice, professional standards and the needs of ākonga and communities.

HANZ/Yoobee Colleges prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture - open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicity, identity, thought and experiences. We are fast movers, action orientated, keen innovators, and quick thinkers who enjoy a workplace that is inspiring and fun. 

• Play a key role in establishing a new Social Work programme
• Birthday leave / one day extra leave for special events
• Rewarding opportunity to support students in their journey pursuing Social Work
• Strong commitment to your professional growth & development
• A fun environment and an opportunity to stand out is all on offer with this role 
• Great work culture that is highly collaborative and supportive

Me pēhea te tono | To apply

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role. Suitable candidates will be contacted as applications are received.

Questions about your identity help us appreciate the diversity of individuals looking to work with us, ensuring we’re attracting applications from people with identities and perspectives that are as diverse as our students. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equity, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.