Team Lead - Dietetics & Speech Language Therapy

Work where others holiday – enjoy the golden beaches, trendy cafés, and a vibrant coastal lifestyle in TaurangaPart-time position – 0.6 FTESupport two dynamic allied health teams delivering high-impact care across hospital and community settingsHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About the RoleThis is a fantastic leadership opportunity for an experienced allied health professional ready to step into a key operational role.

As the Team Lead for both the Speech Language Therapy and Dietetics teams at Tauranga Hospital, you will help shape a service delivery and ensure high-quality care across acute inpatient and outpatient settings.You will support both teams in their day-to-day operations, manage resourcing needs, and collaborate with clinical and professional leads to uphold and enhance clinical standards.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing operation leadership with service improvement and workforce wellbeing.About the Team / Service / LocationOur Dietetics and Speech Language Therapy teams are made up of highly skilled and committed clinicians who work across the hospital and community.

You will join a forward-thinking and values driven Allied Health whanau who pride themselves in supporting each other while delivering services that truly make a difference.

Tauranga offers the perfect backdrop – a coastal lifestyle, strong team culture, and space to grow your leadership.You are a natural leader who knows how to bring people together, manage priorities, and inspire confidence across a multidisciplinary setting.

Your operational awareness, clinical insight, and people-first approach will ensure our services continue to thrive.What you will bringCurrent registration and Annual Practicing Certificate as an Allied Health ProfessionalAt least 3 years' leadership experience in a clinical or operational roleSound knowledge of New Zealand's health system and service deliveryStrong communication and coordination skillsAbility to work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical stakeholdersA proactive and inclusive leadership styleWorking for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We welcome applications from our Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo view the position description and / or apply for the role please click "apply now."

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11 : 59pm on 21 September 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact

• note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.Job detailsJob Reference : 005005107Location : North Island - Bay of Plenty - TaurangaJob type : Expertise : Clinical - Allied Health - Clinical Leadership

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