NZ Ministry of Education – Taupo, North Island1 day ago, from Ministry of Education NZWe 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.About this role | Mo tenei turangaAs an Education Support Worker (ESW), you will play a critical role in our region's Learning Support team by providing effective, efficient and equitable support for the benefit of children and young people to achieve specific educational goals in conjunction with early learning centres and lead workers.ESWs form an important part of the Early Intervention Team, supporting the education of young children with diverse educational needs, working across a range of early childhood learning centres and settings. Under the supervision and guidance of Te Mahau specialist staff, the ESW's role is to support the teachers at the centre to implement an individual plan for a specific child(ren) and include the child(ren) in the full early childhood programme of the centre.The ESW's role may not always involve working directly with children. They may for example, be asked to attend planning meetings, training courses, or to complete observations of the child at play in the centre.This permanent, part-time role with variable hours falls under our Taupo Hub and will support service delivery mainly in the Turangi area, offering a fantastic lifestyle and work-life balance opportunity working in one of New Zealand's great outdoor adventure locations.Please note, the hours we can offer for this role will vary from term to term and could range between 8-20 hours per week. There may be times where service delivery support in other areas of the Taupo district is required.Please note that we are unable to consider applications for this vacancy from non-residents living overseas.Salary range: $28.03-$31.03 per hour + 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 akeTo be successful in this role, you will need to have the following:Experience in working with pre-schoolers and/or children with additional learning needsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with akonga/learners, whanau/families and kaiako/teachers across a diverse range of settingsExperience working in Maori-medium settings or the ability to work across Maori informed practice models would be desirableTe reo Maori understanding and capability would be advantageousThe ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangata whenuatangaTo be available to work during school hoursA full driver licence and your own vehicleTo be a New Zealand citizen or permanent residentAre you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mo tenei mahi?If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the 'apply' button (please do not email your application). 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 – Thursday, 07 November 2024.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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