Clinical Practicum Leader - Occupational Therapy (OT)

• Location: Auckland – primarily based at Greenlane Clinical Centre, Point Chev and Auckland City Hospital
• Permanent, Part-time role 0.4 FTE / 32 hr/p fortnight (Mon-Fri) – working pattern to be confirmed
• Lead clinical education for future Occupational Therapists, coach and support students to thrive
• Collaborate with tertiary partners to shape learning

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Clinical Practicum Leader – Occupational Therapy to join our Allied Health team at Te Toka Tumai Auckland.

In this pivotal role, you will work collaboratively with Tertiary Education Organisations (TEOs) to maintain and develop the Auckland Clinical Centre for the Occupational Therapy profession. You’ll ensure a range of high-quality clinical placement opportunities are available for students, supporting both workforce development and excellence in patient care.

You will provide educational leadership, coaching, and mentoring to both students and staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring a positive clinical placement experience. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real impact by shaping the next generation of Occupational Therapists and strengthening clinical education across Te Toka Tumai Auckland.

Please visit the position description here.

About the Team/Service

At Te Toka Tumai Auckland, we’re not just hiring — we’re building the future. Aotearoa’s health system is in an exciting period of transformation, underpinned by the vision of Pae Ora / Healthy Futures. Together, we’re creating a more equitable, accessible, and people-centred health system that works for everyone.

You’ll be part of a collaborative Allied Health workforce committed to professional excellence, lifelong learning, and delivering high-quality, equitable healthcare for our communities.

About you

You will be an accomplished Occupational Therapist with a passion for clinical education and a proven ability to develop and support others.

To succeed in this role, you will have:
Essential:

• A relevant tertiary qualification and a current Annual Practising Certificate
• At least 7 years’ post-qualification clinical experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience supervising or teaching students and/or staff
• Demonstrated experience implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action
• A current, valid New Zealand driver’s licence

Desirable:

• Membership with a relevant professional association
• Post-graduate study in a relevant clinical area or adult education
• Experience with innovative clinical placement models (e.g., 2:1 placements)

About the location

Our teams are based at Greenlane Clinical Centre, Pt Chev and Auckland City Hospital, offering a vibrant and supportive professional environment in the heart of Auckland.

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Working at Health New Zealand

Health 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 diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply, please click “Apply Now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Belinda Peddie – belinda.peddie@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process or close the advert early, if a suitable candidate is identified.