Physiotherapy Head Of School

Full Time Application Closes 24 Dec

• Waikato - Hamilton City Manager Mo Tenei Turanga Mahi | About the Role The Team Manager – Physiotherapy position is based at the City Campus, Kirikiriroa Hamilton within the Centre for Health and Social Practice reporting to the Group Director (Health, Social Practice, Applied Science, Languages) He korero mou| About you Desirable knowledge, skills and experience : Eligibility to practise as a physiotherapist in New Zealand or Australia An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in physiotherapy A demonstrable history of leadership and management within tertiary education A postgraduate degree (Master, PhD, DHSc) in physiotherapy or closely related discipline is highly desirable A demonstrable history of leading curricula design at undergraduate levels A sound knowledge of adult teaching and learning practice is key Substantial experience in teaching in the field of physiotherapy / allied health at degree level A demonstrable history of research productivity is highly desirable Understanding of culture, identity and learning in Aotearoa New Zealand Commitment to addressing health inequity in Aotearoa New Zealand Demonstrated potential to build and maintain effective relationships with industry stakeholders within Aotearoa New Zealand is essential Demonstrated contribution to healthcare through engagement in industry, leadership, service, and innovation In this role, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day academic activities of the physiotherapy teaching team, and ensuring all resources are in place for a quality learning environment.

You will guide and support staff to achieve agreed teaching, research and industry engagement outcomes and to grow professionally.

Maintaining productive working relationships within the Centre and across Wintec will also be important.

Similarly, maintaining current industry connections and fostering new ones will be key.

Not only will you keep abreast of the latest information and technology, but you'll also create valuable opportunities for students and manage the delivery and maintenance of programmes for flexible delivery including online and distance-based delivery.

You will be a strategic thinker who has a vision for the future of physiotherapy within Aotearoa New Zealand.

Mo Matou | About us Wintec is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds to the needs of Maori learners and their whanau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Maori communities throughout our region (including Maori employers).

To deliver effectively on this commitment, we recognise the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.

As a responsible employer and education provider, Wintec is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable persons and applies relevant policy and practice to meet this commitment.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will be required to undergo pre-employment checks.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo relevant vetting and employment checks.