NZ Ministry of Education – Kerikeri, North Island
$69,966 - $106,016 a year
Full time, Permanent
4 days ago, from Ministry of Education NZ
We 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 akonga in our education system.
This is a permanent, full-time position, based in either our Kerikeri or Kaitaia office, and is an opportunity for you to affect positive behaviour change at a systems level.
Are you passionate about fostering positive behaviour and creating a thriving learning environment for students? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L) Schoolwide Practitioner in the Tai Tokerau region.
PB4L initiatives help parents, whanau, teachers, early childhood centres, and schools to address behaviour, improve children's wellbeing, and increase educational achievement. By strengthening relationships and creating more positive home and school environments, we remove barriers to engagement and improve students' chances to achieve at school and beyond.
The Ministry of Education is committed to inclusive practice and all our PB4L initiatives aim to encourage pro-social behaviour that leads to improved learner engagement and achievement.
PB4L Schoolwide is a whole school approach to improving learner behaviour and achievement. Schoolwide Practitioners provide training and ongoing coaching to school leaders and schoolwide teams set up within the school. They work together to implement consistent and sustainable behaviour support systems that promote quality teaching and learning.
Salary range: $69,966 - $106,016 per annum + 3% kiwi saver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.
We also offer:
Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued & supported.
The ability to purchase extra days leave.
A range of employee network groups.
An inclusive environment that encourages your personal cultural competency journey.
Development and learning, including mentorship programmes and internal secondments.
Wellness initiatives to support your overall health and wellbeing.
About you | Mohou ake
To be successful in this role, you will need to have:
A tertiary qualification in education, psychology or other appropriate discipline relevant to the focus of the position (e.g. Special Education).
Experience working and leading in English medium or Kura Kaupapa Maori environments.
Confident presentation and facilitation skills.
Proven capability in facilitating change through building and maintaining functional relationships.
The ability to work effectively alongside schools and educators to develop systems and practices that foster safe and inclusive environments in a culturally responsive way.
A good understanding of the PB4L programme and connection with wider learning support.
A full driver licence as travel will be required.
Fluency in Te Reo me tikanga Maori would be an asset, but this is not essential.
If 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.
Applications close Midnight – Sunday, 12 January 2025.
Shortlisting for this role will commence the week beginning 13 January 2025, with interviews planned to take place during January.
We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.
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