Special Education Advisor

2 months ago

Auckland City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

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**:
This is a full-time, fixed term position based at our Henderson Office.

The Special Education Adviser contributes thought leadership and expertise to strategies, work programmes and complex system issues to support the achievement of outcomes aligned to the Ministry’s purpose and agreed strategies.

You will provide effective, efficient, and equitable learning support for students who cannot readily access the curriculum in accordance with the goals, objectives, and policies of the Ministry of Education.

**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 have the following:

- Bachelor of Teaching or Post-graduate Diploma in Special Education / Educational Psychology.
- Experience in a complex organisation.
- Experience in building relationships and partnerships to achieve shared outcomes.
- Extensive experience working with children and young people with learning and behavioural needs in classroom or other relevant setting.
- Experience leading and contributing to strategic initiatives, work programmes or projects that have organisational impact.
- Experience in driving organisational change aligned to a shared vision and strategic priorities that delivers intended outcomes.
- Experience working effectively with children and young people and their families/whanau, using a child and family centred approach, across a diverse range of settings.
- A proven track record of building and maintaining trusted relationships.
- Specialist knowledge of theory, research and practice related to:

- Effective teaching practices.
- Child development, learning and behaviour.
- Disabilities and their implications for learning, behaviour, and family/whanau.
- A range of assessment and intervention frameworks with particular knowledge of inclusive and ecological approaches.
- The New Zealand Curriculum Framework / Te Marautanga o Aotearoa.
- The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

**About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake**:
Learning Support is a critical part of the Sector Enablement and Support Group in the Ministry. We are charged with leading the education sector in ensuring that children and young people with additional learning needs are supported to achieve their full potential through education.

Our Special Education Advisor specialists work closely with families, whānau, caregivers, schools and early childhood educators in English and Māori medium settings and other agencies to help maximise learning outcomes and promote social inclusion.

**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.

**Applications close Midnight - Tuesday 19 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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