Kaiāwhina - Leaving to Learn Team
4 weeks ago
**Fixed term (28 January - 9 December 2025)**
**Full time 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)**
**Based in our Christchurch office**
Keen to engage and support ākonga (students) with their education?
Keen to work with ākonga to empower them to become engaged and contributing members of their communities?
Want to be part of a supportive, collaborative and innovative culture?
**Ko wai mātou | About Us**
Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand's largest school with a roll of up to 24,000 ākonga (students) at any point of time. We provide personalised and authentic learning programmes through distance education from early childhood to NCEA Level 3, including to young adult and adult learners.
Our vision is to enable our ākonga to achieve their educational and personal goals, empowering them to become engaged and contributing members of their communities. Ki te tī, ki te tā, ki te katoa - Anytime, anywhere, anyone.
**Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position**:
As a Kaiāwhina in this project, you will be a key member of the Career Working Group | Rōpū Pūkenga Mahi, you will act as a mentor, helping ākonga connect with career opportunities, explore various pathways, and build confidence in their abilities.
This role involves working closely with ākonga, whānau, and community partners to offer culturally-centered, personalised support that aligns with ākonga and whānau aspirations and values. You will be working closely with Kaiwhakatere, Youth Transition Team and other key kaimahi in Te Kura.
Additionally, as part of the group, you will assess current practices in Careers Education at Te Kura and contribute to strategic planning for future initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide mentoring and guidance for ākonga as they explore career options and set future goals.
- Assist in organising career events, workshops, and visits with local businesses and organizations alongside kaiwhakatere and other key kaimahi.
- Collaborate with kaimanaaki, whānau, and community groups to create a holistic support network.
- Promote cultural identity and confidence, helping ākonga connect their aspirations to whānau and iwi values.
**Ko koe tēnei | About you**:
We are looking for people with excellent interpersonal skills and an inclusive approach, able to quickly build rapport and trust with ākonga.
Have recent experience in careers development programs or similar.
- Passionate about youth development and career guidance.
- Skilled at building positive relationships with ākonga, whānau, and community partners.
- Committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment for ākonga growth and exploration.
This role is an opportunity to guide ākonga on their journey toward fulfilling and meaningful careers, empowering them with skills and insights to thrive. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of our ākonga, we'd love to hear from you.
**Hei whakautu | In return**
Te Kura will provide you with the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive environment and work in a team that offers genuine work flexibility as part of an organisation that makes a difference to ākonga (students) across New Zealand.
**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply**
Join us as a Kaiāwhina in the Careers Project 2025 helping ākonga build bright, confident futures.
Applications must be lodged via our career's portal, and you must have the right to reside or work in New Zealand.
**E hiahia mōhio anō ana koe? | Like to find out more?**
**Applications close at 5pm on Tuesday, 14 January 2025
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