Health, Exercise, and Sport Psychology Lecturer
6 days ago
Permanent, Proportional (0.8FTE)
- Work for a progressive world class tertiary education provider
- Teach across nutrition, sport, exercise, and health promotion
- Be part of a values-led team committed to equity, innovation, and learner success
Join Ara to inspire future nutrition, health promotion and sport and exercise professionals—apply now and shape the next generation of health and sport leaders
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi – About the Role
This position teaches within the Sport, Health Promotion and Nutrition specializations of the Bachelor of Applied Science. The ideal candidate will have expertise in health, exercise, and sport psychology and be able to teach across Levels 4–7 in areas such as nutrition, health promotion, and sport science. The ideal candidate will also have an established or developing research profile and track record. Responsibilities include developing course materials, assessing student work, contributing to research, and collaborating with stakeholders.
Ngā Pūkenga Me Ngā Wheako – Skills and Experience
- A postgraduate qualification with emphasis on health, sport, and exercise psychology or a related discipline
- Related work experience in fields relevant to position. Those with a recent postgraduate qualification may be considered for this role.
- A commitment to supporting students to achieve their learning outcomes.
- Digital literacy including – competence using Microsoft office products
- Embraces Ara values/ mātāpono and Kaupapa
- Works collaboratively and co-operatively, contributes to teams.
- Recognises diversity positively (cultural, socioeconomic, age, ability)
- Sound professional judgment and integrity
Mō Mātou – About us
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.
Tono Ināianei - Apply now
We accept applications via our online application system. For any other queries, please email
Rā Katinga - Applications close - 5pm 17 November
Job DetailsReference #
21168
Posted on
05 Nov 2025
Closes on
17 Nov :00
Location(s)
Central Christchurch
Expertise
Academic
Job level(s)
Experienced
Work type(s)
Permanent part-time
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