Curriculum Adviser

Help shape the future of education in New Zealand

Help shape the future of Education

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 ākonga in our education system.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

• Permanent, full time position
• Based at the Albany office, working across the wider North & West Auckland region.

Curriculum Advisers are based in the regions and provide frontline support to early learning settings, schools, kaupapa Māori and Māori medium.

As a Curriculum Adviser, you will work with the Curriculum Advisory Team to help teachers and kaiako to design and teach curriculum that supports children and young people’s learning and wellbeing. You will be part of a regional team working closely with schools, kura, early learning services and kōhanga reo to:

• Provide hands-on support to teachers and kaiako so they can deliver high-quality curriculum and marau ā-kura with a focus on literacy and numeracy.
• Work alongside parents, families, whānau and iwi to design a curriculum that reflects the aspirations of all ākonga and their whānau, is aligned to the national curriculum and reflects local needs.
• Work with curriculum resources, rauemi and guidelines such as Ka Hikitia, Te Hurihanganui, Tapasā and Te Ahu o Te Reo Māori, the Wellbeing and Mental Health Education Guidelines, refreshed Relationship and Sexuality Education Guidelines and Hauora (curriculum) and Social and Emotional Learning resources.  Familiar with Tāhūrangi.
• Build collaborative networks within communities and actively share local practices.’
• Strong knowledge of Primary and Intermediate curriculum would be an added advantage

Salary range for this role: $96,598-$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.

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 | Mōhou ake

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Proven experience in building and maintaining effective relationships and partnerships to achieve shared outcomes.
• Strong, proven curriculum design expertise and a deep working knowledge and practical experience in literacy and communication or maths teaching (early learning, primary or secondary), or te reo matatini or pāngarau teaching (kaupapa Māori or Māori medium), is essential. Please state your area of expertise in your application.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in teaching and learning, leadership, and curriculum and assessment theory and practice, with an ability to support professional change in education settings.
• Familiarity with te ao Māori and understanding of Te Reo, tikanga and mātauranga Māori is essential for Curriculum Leads working in kaupapa Māori and Māori medium settings.
• The ability to confidently use Māori bodies of knowledge and experience to inform and improve the design of curriculum, including the championing of Mana Ōrite mō te mātauranga Māori.
• Experiential knowledge and competencies in supporting curriculum design that has evidenced improved outcomes for diverse communities.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of education contexts at a practical level.

• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

 At Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga, we work to provide services and support nationally, regionally and locally to the education sector.  You will be part of a regional Curriculum Advisory Team and an Integrated team within the wider Ministry.

Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?

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.

For further information, please contact Liza Brown at Recruitment.TamakiHT@education.govt.nz

Applications close Midnight – Sunday 1 December 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.