An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate Clinical Educator to join one of New Zealand’s leading-edge palliative care specialists - Tōtara Hospice. We’re seeking a dynamic and values-driven educator to champion learning across our inpatient and community services—strengthening multidisciplinary practice and supporting our vision of making the world a better place for dying people.

Step into a career‑defining position where your leadership in learning will directly influence the future of palliative care. Bring your passion for collaboration, innovation, and capability building, and help us grow a confident, skilled clinical workforce.

Te Mahi | The Role

As a Clinical Educator, you’ll ensure our teams remain at the forefront of contemporary palliative care. You’ll create and deliver impactful education programmes that empower clinicians and elevate patient and whānau experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with nursing leads and senior clinicians to identify learning needs and develop the annual clinical education plan.
• Coordinate and support orientation, preceptorship, student placements, and early‑career nursing programmes (SFYP / ENSIPP).
• Support nurses through the PDRP process and maintain assessor accreditation (or be willing to work towards this).
• Deliver and coordinate internal and external training programmes (e.g., Fundamentals of Palliative Care, syringe driver training, simulation sessions).
• Ensure clinical education is aligned with quality improvement initiatives, regulatory requirements, and best practice guidelines.
• Regional collaboration with local Hospices
• Mentor and coach clinical staff, fostering leadership potential and a culture of excellence.

Ngā āwhina mōu | Benefits for You

• A VERY EXCITING and 100% unique TO US employee insurance benefit package!! We believe we are the first not-for-profit organisation in the healthcare sector in NZ to offer this enhancement to our permanent staff members!
• Access to monthly Professional Supervision. Completely confidential and AT NO COST TO YOU!
• Tailored orientation plans specific to you and your needs and goals
• Individualised education packages, including study leave, tertiary training and development pathways that will support your progression into senior nursing positions along with support to submit PDRP portfolios
• Ample FREE PARKING on-site at Tōtara Hub
• In a smoke-free environment, enjoy your break in either our beautiful gardens, in the modern and comfortable lunchroom, or visit our on-site café serving Jack’s coffee and delicious food to fuel you for the day; and shop at our 2^nd edition onsite boutique store
• Be part of an organisation that is recognised for its outstanding commitment to its people - Winner, Employer of the Year 2024, 2degrees Auckland Business Awards.

Ngā pūkenga e hiahiatia | What We’re Looking

If you are someone who thrives on building capability, inspiring confidence, and lifting the standard of clinical practice, then we’d love to hear from you.

You must also have:

• A postgraduate qualification in education
• Experience in hospice, palliative care, or a related specialty is an advantage (but not essential).
• Current registration with the relevant professional body (e.g., Nursing Council of NZ or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience in clinical teaching, coaching, or educational leadership.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage, motivate, and influence staff across multiple disciplines.
• Passion for developing others and building capability.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of sector standards, clinical guidelines, and emerging trends in palliative and holistic care.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• A clean NZ full drivers licence

Kamapene | About the organisation

Tōtara Hospice has been a cornerstone of specialist palliative care for South and South-East Auckland, serving one of New Zealand's most diverse communities. Each year, we provide holistic, multidisciplinary care to over 1,100 patients and their whānau, offering services that include inpatient care, community-based support, and a 24-hour advice line—all at no cost. Our care focuses on ensuring dignity, comfort, and compassion for those with life-limiting illnesses.

We proudly embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique backgrounds, beliefs, and lifestyles of every individual we serve. As part of our commitment, we foster a welcoming and supportive environment for both staff and patients, and we actively honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles in our service delivery.

Our work culture reflects this inclusivity, evidenced by our place as winner in the 2024 2degrees Auckland Business Awards for "Employer of the Year," and finalists for "Sustainability Excellence," and "People’s Choice." This recognition highlights our efforts to create meaningful, innovative, and compassionate work that makes a difference.

Ngā pārongo whakauru | How to apply - Here’s how!

Whether you’re actively looking for a new role or just exploring, this could be your perfect opportunity. Remember to include an updated copy of your CV and a cover letter explaining why you want to work for Tōtara Hospice. If you would like to have a confidential kōrero, please reach out to Andrea Lawrence, andrea.lawrence@hospice.co.nz. Applications close Friday, 27 March 2026.

We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies.

Only applicants already residing and eligible to work permanently in New Zealand will be considered for this position.

Tōtara Hospice as an organisation does not conscientiously object to anyone accessing their rights under the End-of-Life Choices Act that passed into law on November 7th 2021. Our focus will remain, as it always has been, on delivering to the needs of our patients and whānau. We respect and support patients who choose this option!