Lead Advisor, Student Supportat Ministry of Education -
Ministry of Education Wanganui
Help shape the future of education in New ZealandHelp shape the future of EducationWe work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga The Lead Adviser Student Support role is a permanent role in the Taranaki, Whanganui, Manawatū region. There is flexibility for the role to be located at any of our three offices.This role will focus on ākonga attendance and engagement, creating supports and removing barriers to regular attendance. Lead Adviser Student Support will build capability for service delivery improvement across the region and will work with integrated service teams, contracted service providers, schools, kura, social service agencies, iwi and community partners to improve outcomes for ākonga.Salary range:
To be successful you will need:• A sound understanding of the New Zealand education system and relevant legislation and applicable criteria.• Knowledge and experience working with schools and communities to re-engage ākonga in education.• Understanding of the Attendance and Counselling Services.• Ability to work in complex situations.• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deliver quality work on time.• Ability to use data and insights to make evidenced-based decisions and recommendations.
About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake Te Mahau | Te Tai Whenua provides leadership and integrated services to the education sector and others.
This includes learning support; education advice and regulation functions for schools and early learning services; and advice and support with curriculum.
We also share practice and learnings collaboratively with other Te Mahau and Ministry groups to support insights driven guidance, design, and policy.
We work closely with the Early Childhood and Schooling sectors, providers, and communities to provide support, expertise, and resources to help children and young people reach their full potential.
Are you ready to make a difference?
| Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahiIf this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button.
In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, or anything else you'd like to share.
We're keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.
For further information, please contact Nancy Macfarlane, Manager Practice & Performance at nancy.macfarlane@education.govt.nz Applications close Midnight
- $99,496
- $120,690 per annum + 3% KiwiSaver.
The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.Please note: Applications from affected kaimahi | employees will be given priority consideration.For more details about the role, you can view the job description here .
About you | Mōhou akeThe successful applicant will have to demonstrate that they can quickly establish strong relationships of purpose and high credibility with the education sector, alongside other government departments, service providers and NGOs to get the job done.
We're looking for a subject matter expert who can lead initiatives from development to implementation and contribute to the capability building of others.To be successful you will need:• A sound understanding of the New Zealand education system and relevant legislation and applicable criteria.• Knowledge and experience working with schools and communities to re-engage ākonga in education.• Understanding of the Attendance and Counselling Services.• Ability to work in complex situations.• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deliver quality work on time.• Ability to use data and insights to make evidenced-based decisions and recommendations.
- A full driver licence.• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.The Practice & Performance team brings together a range of experts to shape regional consistent delivery that strengthens systems performance.
We oversee and maintain connections across the regional Ministry groups and teams to ensure practice integrity.
The shared specialist knowledge within the team leads and contributes to the development and implementation of fit for purpose solutions and frameworks for current and future challenges, initiatives, work programmes and projects.About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake Te Mahau | Te Tai Whenua provides leadership and integrated services to the education sector and others.
This includes learning support; education advice and regulation functions for schools and early learning services; and advice and support with curriculum.
We also share practice and learnings collaboratively with other Te Mahau and Ministry groups to support insights driven guidance, design, and policy.
We work closely with the Early Childhood and Schooling sectors, providers, and communities to provide support, expertise, and resources to help children and young people reach their full potential.
Are you ready to make a difference?
| Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahiIf this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button.
In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, or anything else you'd like to share.
We're keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.
For further information, please contact Nancy Macfarlane, Manager Practice & Performance at nancy.macfarlane@education.govt.nz Applications close Midnight
- Thursday 15 May 2025 We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging.
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