Communication Specialist

5 days ago


Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Nz Ministry Of Education Full time

About Us

We are shaping 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.

Job Overview

We are looking for a part-time Speech Language Therapist to join our close-knit, community-focused team that maximises learning and promotes social inclusion for children and young people with learning support needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work with parents, caregivers, teachers and other specialists to help them support their children with the development of speech, language and communication skills.
  • Understand the impact of children and young people's speech and language difficulties in the context of their home, school and community.
  • Work as part of a trans-disciplinary team where a child's needs are complex.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in Speech Language Therapy or an equivalent that meets the requirements of the New Zealand Speech Language Therapists Association.
  • Specialist knowledge of theory, research and practice related to speech language, child and human development, and learning and behaviour.
  • Ability to co-ordinate service provision in a multi-agency, trans-disciplinary setting.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with akonga (learners), whanau (families) and kaiako (teachers) across a diverse range of settings.
  • Ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangata whenuatanga.

What We Offer

  • A fantastic lifestyle and work-life balance opportunity.
  • A permanent, part-time (0.6 FTE) role based at our Tauranga Office.
  • A salary range: $69,966-$118,450 per annum + 3% KiwiSaver.


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