PB4L School Wide Practitioner

Help shape the future of Education

He mea tārai e mātou te mātauranga kia rangatira ai, kia mana taurite ai ōna huanga

We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes

At Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga | Ministry of Education, we work to provide services and support nationally, regionally and locally to the education sector, and in some cases, directly to ākonga and whānau.

We shape the policies, settings and performance of the education system for early learning, schooling and tertiary.

We are making significant changes to how we deliver our purpose.

So that we:

• Take practical action to give effect to te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Give priority to regional and local voice.
• Deliver greater responsiveness, accessibility and integrated services and support.
• Improve feedback loops and information flows.

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.

Help shape the future of Education

He mea tārai e mātou te mātauranga kia rangatira ai, kia mana taurite ai ōna huanga

We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes

At Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga | Ministry of Education, we work to provide services and support nationally, regionally and locally to the education sector, and in some cases, directly to ākonga and whānau.

We shape the policies, settings and performance of the education system for early learning, schooling and tertiary.

We are making significant changes to how we deliver our purpose.

So that we:

• Take practical action to give effect to te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Give priority to regional and local voice.
• Deliver greater responsiveness, accessibility and integrated services and support.
• Improve feedback loops and information flows.

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.

Mō tēnei tūranga | About this role

We currently have a School-Wide Practitioner position available in our Hawke’s Bay Tairāwhiti Region. This role is part of the PB4L suite which includes evidence-based initiatives that can be implemented alone or in combination. These initiatives can support learners at a whole-school level, or they can be targeted for the needs of specific learners at a group or individual level.

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. We work alongside families, early childhood educators, schools, and other agencies to make a positive difference for children and young people.

School Wide Practitioner  is a Universal (whole school) approach to improving learner wellbeing and achievement. PB4L-SW enables schools to create positive environments that promote caring relationships and quality teaching and learning. School-Wide Practitioners work alongside schools supporting them to develop systems and practices that foster safe and inclusive environments in a culturally responsive way.

Please note there is further information in the Job Description here.

Salary range: $82,052 to $92,192 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

Mōhou ake | About you

We are seeking a qualified and experienced specialist with the capability to work in Kura Kaupapa Māori and English medium environments to join our school-wide team.

It is essential that you have knowledge and experience supporting positive behaviour; adult learning; and working with staff and school communities. We are seeking a confident trainer and coach who is comfortable facilitating change through building and maintaining functional relationships. Our ideal candidate will be fluent in Te Reo me tikanga Māori.

You will also have:

• A tertiary qualification in education, psychology or other appropriate discipline relevant to the focus of the position (e.g., Special Education).
• Child development, learning and behaviour.
• A range of assessment and intervention frameworks with particular knowledge of inclusive and ecological approaches.
• Demonstrated successful experience in classroom or other relevant settings and/or including students with special needs in classroom or other relevant settings.
• Experience of working in a Government agency and a sound understanding of the machinery of government, public sector delivery structures and systems.

Mātau rōpū ake | About our group and team

At Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga, we work to provide services and support nationally, regionally and locally to the education sector, and in some cases, directly to ākonga and whanau.

Te Mahau takiwā collectively provide leadership and integrated services to the education sector.  Te Mahau | Te Tai Whenua is a takiwā group consisting of four regions:

• Waikato
• Bay of Plenty, Waiariki
• Hawke's Bay, Tairāwhiti
• Taranaki, Whanganui, Manawatū

Across our takiwā, we provide leadership and guidance to deliver education service for school/kura, early learning services, whānau and ākonga, and our local communities.

We also collectively strengthen relationships with our diverse communities who support Māori, Pacific peoples, ākonga with learning support needs, and ākonga from disadvantaged backgrounds

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

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 Diana Shepherd, Performance and Quality Lead at 0274825547 or diana.shepherd@education.govt.nz.

Applications close Midnight Friday 1 December 2023

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.