Health and Wellbeing Tutor

Fixed term until Dec 2026, Proportional (0.8 FTE)

• Bring sector experience and a passion for education to help learners achieve their aspirations
• Teach the NZ Certificate in Health & Wellbeing with a focus on learner success and empowerment
• Apply kaupapa Māori principles and demonstrate commitment to Tiriti o Waitangi in teaching practice

Teach Health & Wellbeing L4, empowering learners through bicultural, learner-focused education grounded in social justice and kaupapa Māori.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to Health & Wellbeing education. The role is underpinned by principles of social justice, bicultural practice and empowering others to promote personal and social change. The focus of this role is teaching on the NZ Certificate in Health & Wellbeing Level 4.

This role will suit somene who has experience working in the wider Health & Wellbeing sector, who is committed to changing lives through opportunities brought about by education. Prior teaching experience is desirable, although not essential. A learner focused approach to supporting students to achieve desired aspirations and outcomes is essential. You will demonstrate a practical commitment to Tiriti o Waitangi and building knowledge of te ao Māori and be confident in applying kaupapa Māori principles and matauranga Māori to learning and development in the programme.

Ara Institute of Canterbury a business division of Te Pūkenga (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 Pūkenga, 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 Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our catchment (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, Ara recognises the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.

We accept applications via our online application system. For any other queries, please email .

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.

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