Nursing Lecturer

ARA; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive tertiary education provider in Canterbury is seeking a Nursing Lecturer to deliver engaging teaching and support student learning across various nursing programmes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing, a postgraduate qualification, and a passion for education. You will contribute to the development of nursing education and ensure graduates meet the evolving health sector needs. Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and cross-cultural competency are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years full-time clinical experience as a registered nurse.
• Research interests supporting scholarship in nursing and education.
• Ability to develop flexible teaching and learning methods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging teaching across nursing programmes.
• Support student learning through academic expertise.
• Contribute to ongoing development of nursing education.

Skills

Registered Nurse with current NZ Practicing Certificate

Current industry knowledge in general nursing

Clinical and educational qualifications

Vision and innovation for teaching

Cross-cultural competency

Education

Postgraduate qualification, preferably a master’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Nursing Lecturer 1.0 FTE permanent

Manawa Campus

Permanent, Full Time

• Work for a progressive, world-class tertiary education provider.
• Deliver engaging, inclusive teaching in across the nursing programmes at Ara (Bachelor of Nursing, Diploma of Enrolled Nursing, Graduate Certificate and articulation programmes).
• Support student learning through academic expertise and pastoral care.
• Teach and support nursing students in nursing programmes, fostering academic and clinical excellence and inclusive, culturally responsive education.

Ara is rolling out two new nursing programmes with increased indigenous content, making nursing education at Ara‑focused and strongly aligned with health equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. These programmes reflect the updated Standards of Competency for Registered and Enrolled Nurses, ensuring our graduates are well‑prepared to meet the evolving needs of Aotearoa’s health sector.

This role primarily involves teaching theory courses in both the Bachelor of Nursing and Diploma in Enrolled Nursing programmes, with the possibility of supporting students in clinical settings as required. You will design and deliver high‑quality learning experiences in a tertiary context that values applied theory and practice, assess student progress, and provide academic and pastoral support. You may also contribute to teaching in the Graduate Certificate of Nursing and articulation programmes.

The successful candidate will be research active, advancing a programme of research that aligns with Ara’s strategic goals and the nursing programmes on offer. Your research interests will inform your teaching and contribute to the ongoing development of nursing education at Ara.

Ngā Pūkenga Me Ngā Wheako – Skills and Experience

• Registered Nurse with current NZ Practicing Certificate
• A postgraduate qualification, preferably a master’s degree in Nursing or related discipline (or an approved plan to complete within 4 years).
• Current industry/discipline knowledge in general nursing such as acute medical‑surgical, rehabilitation, primary health care, older persons health.
• A minimum of three years full time clinical experience as a registered nurse.
• Clinical and educational qualifications or skills that support teaching of nursing.
• Research interests to support scholarship in fields relevant to nursing and education.
• A broad range of clinical practice and skills.
• Vision, innovation and a commitment to facilitating own and others’ learning.
• Capable of supporting students to achieve their learning outcomes.
• The ability to develop and implement flexible teaching and learning methods, including the use of learning technologies.
• Passionate about nursing and the opportunities to improve practice or give back to nursing through education.
• An established level of cross‑cultural competency, particularly in tikanga Māori and te Reo will be beneficial.
• Recognition of the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Mātauranga Māori, and mana whenua values and practices, in advancing a more sustainable, just and equitable health care in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Mō Mātou – About us

Ara Institute of Canterbury 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.

Tono Ināianei - Apply now

We accept applications via our online application system. For any other queries, please email [e-mail].