Faculty Leader – Social Work

About the role

Healthcare Academy of New Zealand (HANZ), part of Yoobee Colleges, is seeking an experienced academic to lead the development of its new Social Work programme portfolio as Faculty Leader. Working with the Head of Faculty – Health & Nursing and the Head of Programme Development, the role covers programme design, curriculum development, stakeholder engagement and quality assurance, with a focus on meeting professional accreditation, regulatory and industry requirements. The role is based in Auckland (preferred), with strong candidates from Hamilton, Wellington or Christchurch considered.

Key responsibilities

• Lead programme and curriculum development across the Social Work portfolio, including structures, course descriptors, learning outcomes, assessment frameworks and teaching resources.
• Lead work-integrated learning, placements, supervision and professional practice models.
• Embed Mātauranga Māori, Te Ao Māori and Pasifika perspectives and culturally responsive approaches in the curriculum.
• Ensure alignment with SWRB Education Standards, NZQA requirements and academic quality standards, and support internal approval and external accreditation.
• Build relationships with practitioners, professional bodies, iwi, Māori and Pasifika communities, employers and placement providers, and lead sector consultation.

Required profile

• 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 teaching, academic leadership, curriculum development and programme design.
• Experience engaging with practitioners, professional bodies, iwi, Māori and Pasifika communities, employers and community organisations.
• Strong Māori and Pasifika capability, including Te Ao Māori and Pasifika worldviews, and an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Required skills

• Knowledge of tertiary quality assurance, regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Experience developing tertiary-level teaching, learning and assessment resources.
• Advantageous: experience with SWRB accreditation, research and scholarly activity, sector networks, or Moodle/LMS platforms.

What we offer

• Birthday leave and an extra day off for special events.
• A key role in establishing a new Social Work programme.
• Support for student success and opportunities for professional growth.
• A collaborative, supportive and inclusive work culture.

To apply, submit a resume and a cover letter detailing relevant experience and interest; suitable candidates are contacted as applications arrive.