Education Tutor - Rolleston Prisonat Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) - - Timaru
Do you have experience with industry based training?Make a difference in the lives of others now!Fulltime role Mon
- Fri based on site at Rolleston Prison 'Kotahi anō te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi'
- ‘There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people.Mō te tūnga | About the roleAs an Education Tutor, you will support improved educational outcomes for prison based learners.
By assessing education need and developing plans to support our learners, they will develop skills to become better prepared for employment and further education upon release.By supporting a diverse range of learners, you will be able to provide targeted support including industry training and a range of educational programmes.
This will allow you to make a real impact in their lives and help keep our communities safer.Mōu | About you We would like to hear from you if you have:Prior experience within a trades or industry areaExperience working with adults who have not previously experienced education successDemonstrated ability assessing learning needs and developing individual learning pathwaysAwareness and the ability to support individuals with learning differences by using alternative methods of learning and a thinking outside the box approachThe ability to engage and work successfully with Māori and Pasifika learnersA tertiary qualification and/or a qualification in adult education (this is preferred but not essential)Demonstrated competency in using computer applications including the Microsoft Office SuiteSound knowledge if New Zealand Qualifications FrameworkA strengths-based approach that embraces manaakitanga and whanaungatangaExcellent communication and organisation skills as well as the ability to influence, inspire and motivate learnersStrong and accurate administrative skillsA full NZ driver licenceYou will also be someone who is inclusive and approachable with experience across an industry based training space who wants to work with the men in our care to gain meaningful skills to assist with employment on release.Ngā painga | The benefitsThe salary range is $77,841- $86,152 per annum spanning 4 levels with appointment aligned with prior skills and qualifications at level 1 or level 2.
- Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities.
As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve.
We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.Tono ināianei | Apply NowTo submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link.
All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency- applications received via email will not be considered.When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.Applications close on: Monday, 27th October 2025If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact southernrecruitment@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.