Location: Kelburn Type: Contract Post Date: Wed Oct 16 01:32:07 2024 Ref: 1242 Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is a global-civic university with our marae at our heart.
This iho draws off our heritage and is further defined by our turangawaewae, in particular Wellington, Aotearoa, and the Asia-Pacific, all of which are expressed in our position as Aotearoa New Zealand's globally ranked capital city university.Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a fixed-term, part-time Kaiawhina Matahuhua Matua - Senior Academic Inclusion Assistant to join the Te Amaru - Disability Services team from February 2025 to November 2025.
The role of Kaiawhina Matahuhua Matua - Senior Academic Inclusion Assistant is to assist disabled students to participate fully in the academic environment and to produce work that is reflective of their academic ability.Key responsibilities:Note-taking.Assessment assistance.Academic assistance and assignment support.Electronic transcription and captioning work.At times, particularly during break periods, it will include office administration.The ideal candidate will:Have availability between 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, regular schedule to be agreed upon.Be committed to the application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in an educational context.Have an undergraduate tertiary qualification with a B grade average or better.Have a typing speed of at least 80 words per minute (to be assessed through completion of an audio typing test).Be clear and comprehensive in their note-taking.Have excellent listening skills and attention to detail.Be a strong English language speaker with clear pronunciation and reading skills.Have the ability to problem solve minor technology issues.Remain calm and provide an effective service under sometimes challenging conditions.Be prepared to work at Pipitea and Kelburn campuses, as required.Why you should join our team:Our inter-disciplinary team is high performing, innovative and rich in disability expertise.
We provide support to over 2500 students.
We offer you a competitive rate and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference for disabled students.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to utilise their University experience and develop transferable skills.People enjoy working in our team because we have an innovative culture, and they can make a positive difference.There are many benefits to working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington, including being part of New Zealand's top research university.Close date for vacancy: 10 November 2024.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.
We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa.
Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Ruby Gray (******).
All applicants should follow all steps listed below.Important - Application steps and information:Download and complete the University Application Form (Kaiawhina Matahuhua Matua - Senior Academic Inclusion Assistant, #1242).
Then, please combine your cover letter, CV and the University Application Form into a single file (preferably in pdf format).
Click Apply and follow the process to enter your contact details and attach your combined file (CV, cover letter and the University Application Form) using the "CV/Resume" button.If you are unable to combine your documents or have further supporting documents, please email these to ****** stating the reference number and position title from the advert in the subject line.
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