Dedicated Education Unit Coordinator
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role
Position Title: Dedicated Education Unit (DEU) Coordinator
Location: Tauranga – Windermere Campus
Team: Teaching & Learning - Nursing
Position Type: Permanent, Part time (20 hours per week)
As a DEU Coordinator within the Teaching and Learning – Nursing team, you will lead the development, coordination, and evaluation of Dedicated Education Units (DEUs). You’ll play a pivotal role in supporting high-quality clinical teaching, supervision, and assessment of ākonga nurses, ensuring alignment with Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) and NZQA standards. This role is essential to fostering strong partnerships with clinical agencies and promoting evidence-based, learner-centred education.
The salary for this position will range between $74,133 and $92,666 pro rated to hours worked, depending on your skills and experience.
This role is based at our Tauranga, Windermere campus and reports to the Clinical Placement Lead – Nursing.
He kōrero mōu| About you
To thrive in this role, you will bring:
• A Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent), Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing, and current NCNZ Annual Practising Certificate
• At least 5 years’ experience in the nursing and healthcare sector, including 2–3 years supporting ākonga in clinical practice
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience in clinical education, quality assurance, and evaluation processes
• A strong alignment with our values of Toitūtanga, Manaakitanga, Whanaungatanga, and Kotahitanga
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you don’t meet every requirement but feel you have the passion and potential to succeed, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences—including those gained through whānau, community, or mahi aroha (volunteering)—and invite you to share your story in your cover letter.
Let your personality, passion, and potential shine. We’re looking for real people with real drive—not perfection.
Mō Mātou | About us
Toi Ohomai is a vibrant and future-focused tertiary institute with campuses in Rotorua (Mokoia), Tauranga (Windermere), and regional locations in Tokoroa, Taupō, and Whakatāne.
Our purpose is to partner with iwi, industry, and communities to deliver innovative education, and our vision is to empower people and their communities.
We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and strive to create a culturally safe and inclusive environment for all learners.
We aim to be:
• Learner-centred, tailoring education to enhance employability
• Innovative, embracing new technologies and practices
• Collaborative, working with iwi, industry, and government
• Sustainable, financially responsible and environmentally conscious
We are committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ensuring our services reflect and respond to the aspirations of Māori ākonga, their whānau, iwi, and Māori communities. This commitment is embedded in our strategic direction and is reflected in our pursuit of a culturally confident and competent workforce across all levels of our organisation.
Join us in shaping a future where education uplifts, connects, and transforms.
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
Toi Ohomai is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons. Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will undergo relevant pre-employment checks.
If this opportunity excites you, we’d love to hear from you. We review applications as they arrive and may contact shortlisted candidates before the closing date.
