Education / Training - Christchurch

Christchurch based

• Manawa CampusPermanent, full-timeBe at the forefront of vocational educationLead Ara's largest academic portfolioChampion academic excellence, integrity, and industry connectionsMō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi
• About the roleThe Head of Nursing will be at the forefront of vocational education by leading the largest academic portfolio and overseeing the delivery of high-quality nursing education.

At the core of our work is a commitment to ensure programmes align with national and international nursing standards, fostering academic excellence, professional integrity, and strong industry connections.

The Head of Nursing is a member of the faculty leadership team and will maintain key relationships with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and other health sector stakeholders, ensuring Ara's nursing qualifications meet accreditation requirements and industry expectations.The Nursing portfolio is a flagship of Ara's health-related offerings, housing the Bachelor of Nursing (BN) programme, enrolled nursing and various sub-degree nursing-related programmes and training opportunities.

• Skills and experienceQualifications:Master's degree in nursing or a health-related fieldRegistered Nurse holding (and maintaining) a current practicing certificate with the Nursing Council of New ZealandExperience required:Significant experience in nursing, nursing education, academic leadership and qualification development, and sound knowledge and experience in the New Zealand vocational education sectorStrong understanding of the Nursing Council of New Zealand's accreditation and regulatory requirementsDemonstrated ability to engage with health sector stakeholders and build strategic partnershipsExperience in leading teams, managing budgets, and driving quality improvement initiativesCommitment to equity, inclusivity, and the Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles in education and healthcareFamiliarity with contemporary learning technologies, digital platforms, and innovative teaching methodologiesDemonstrated expertise in the oversight and implementation of projects and/or programmesStrong understanding of adult learning principles, assessment methodologies and accreditation and quality assurance frameworksExperience in the development and delivery of high-quality education products, with a focus on equity and holistic assessmentAble to competently plan, budget, negotiate, manage and be accountable for resources and resource deployment and utilisation to achieve required outputs and outcomesStrength in using sophisticated administrative processes and management information associated with complex environmentsExperience in fostering strong industry, community, and iwi-Māori partnershipsDemonstrated appreciation of the necessity for working with existing processes and standards while being prepared to question them at appropriate times and placesFundamentally understands and applies the principles of continuous improvement in all activitiesDemonstrated knowledge of technology and its potential including being digitally literate in Office systems and able to quickly learn and apply Ara specific electronic systemsDemonstrated knowledge of health and safety management practicesExcellent report writing skills and understanding of different audiences and writing stylesMō Mātou
• About usAra 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 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).

• Apply nowWe accept applications via our online application system.

• Applications close
• Wednesday, 25 June 2025.