Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Nga korero mo te turanga - About the role
We have two fixed-term positions available - one full-time position in the Bay of Plenty (including Hawkes Bay and Gisborne), and one part-time position (30 hours per week) in the Taranaki/Manawatu/Wanganui region. These roles require flexibility, as regular travel across your designated region will be necessary.
As a Facilitator, you will provide training and ongoing professional learning and development support for Principals/tumuaki, Teachers/kaiako, and schools/kura in PB4L (Positive Behaviour for Learning) Restorative Practice.
These fixed-term positions offer a range of $90,309 - $98,000 per year, dependent on skills, knowledge, and experience. The positions can be on an employment, subcontracted, or secondment arrangement, and are effective from April 28, 2025 (negotiable), until December 19, 2025.
Please specify in your application which position you are applying for.
For more information on the, role please see the position description
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Moana Emett, Professional Leader-PB4L Restorative Practice, moana.emett@waikato.ac.nz All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.
Ko wai koe? - Who are you?
To be successful in the role, you must have a relevant qualification, preferably at the postgraduate level, with a current New Zealand teacher registration and practicing certificate. You should demonstrate in-depth understanding, knowledge and experience of restorative practice, proven success as a professional development facilitator, experience in school leadership, and knowledge of across-the-board NZC/TMoA/Te Whariki curriculum implementation to foster successful learning.
You must be able to demonstrate practical understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum (NZC) and historical insights into schooling in New Zealand, including the role and influence of the Te Tirit o Waitangi, school policies, resources, and challenges as they relate to system improvement for Maori.
You should enjoy working effectively both independently and within a team, with motivation to pursue new learning opportunities. Additionally, you should have experience in effectively collaborating with Maori, whanau, and communities, and fluency in te reo would be advantageous.
We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, with a particular emphasis on candidates form our Maori and Pacific communities.
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some groups of people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about one of these roles but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to get in touch or to just apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Ko wai matou? - Who are we?
Te Whai Toi Tangata - Institute of Professional Learning, provides research informed programmes of professional learning and development to school leaders, tumuaki, kaiako, teacher support, and guidance throughout the Ministry of Education regions.
He aha nga take me tono mai ai koe? - Why should you apply for this position?
We want you to be part of our success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you'll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits
The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students, and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here
Ko te Tangata - For the People
The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.
E herea ana te Whare Wananga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitu orite ki nga tangata katoa.
Applications close on Monday, 14 April 2025
Requisition number: 1002516
For more information and to apply, visit www.jobs.waikato.ac.nz