Senior Education Advisor, Schooling

4 days ago


ManawatuWanganui, New Zealand Ministry Of Education Full time

Add expected salary to your profile for insights.We shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes.Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa New Zealand, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures.
We all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for all children and students in our education system.This is a Fixed Term role to November 2025 for a Senior Education Advisor based in Palmerston North.There is a lot going on in the education system to improve attendance and achievement through a knowledge-rich curriculum grounded in the science of learning.
We are also working to strengthen other areas, such as learning support interventions and the development of the education workforce.
Our role is to work with the education sector to implement these and other priorities - including through proactive, consistent supports and services from our regional teams.The Senior Education Advisor role is part of our Education Advisory service that supports the education sector to implement education priorities through:Communicating government priorities and strategies and ensuring these are well understood and delivered on.Identifying, brokering and providing implementation support.Tracking and reporting on implementation progress.Working with schools, kura and whanau to ensure students are attending and engaged in education.Utilising the suite of supports and interventions to advance attendance and achievement outcomes.Salary range: $84,425 - $102,271 per annum + 3% KiwiSaver.
The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.We are looking for someone who has experience in and knowledge of the schooling sector and associated legislation.You will offer:Experience in building relationships and influencing change to achieve outcomes.An ability to use data and insights to identify trends, risks and opportunities.Strong engagement and communication skills, including experience of providing high quality and timely advice - written and verbal.The ability to work as part of an integrated team delivering services to the education sector.
This includes working co-operatively with others to solve problems and complete tasks.The ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.Te Mahau | Te Tai Whenua provides leadership and integrated services to the education sector and others.
This includes learning support; education advice and regulation functions for schools and early learning services; and advice and support with curriculum.
We also share practice and learnings collaboratively with other Te Mahau and Ministry groups to support insights driven guidance, design, and policy.We work closely with the Early Childhood and Schooling sectors, providers, and communities to provide support, expertise, and resources to help children and young people reach their full potential.If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the 'apply' button.
In your cover letter we would like to know about you, your values, or anything else you would like to share.
We are keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.For further information, please contact Erin Moriarty, Manager Integrated Services, 027 200 5919.Applications close Midnight - Sunday, 16 March 2025.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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