administrator teacher aide northland permanent

Permanent part-time hours per week negotiable)

Term time only – school holidays unpaid

Commencing Term 1, 2026

Looking for variety? We are looking for an enthusiastic, competent administrator/teacher aide who would be keen to utilize their skills, expertise and common sense in a busy, friendly, educational environment.

You will work across the two roles of Administrator and Teacher Aide, supporting the delivery of education services to our students/ākonga. You will provide admin support to the unit leader and teaching staff and will work alongside teachers as a teacher aide, to assist students with their individual programmes.

There is a feel-good aspect to the role as you will be part of an organisation that makes a difference for the more vulnerable in our society. Northern Health School is a Ministry of Education funded school that supports a learning environment that promotes good mental, physical, emotional and social growth. We provide education and transition support for year 0-14 students while ill health prevents them attending their regular school.

You'll be self-motivated, flexible and be able to demonstrate good organizational skills and excellent computer skills. You'll also possess a high degree of empathy and enjoy working with young people.

Other qualities that will be highly valued in this role are:

Exceptional organisational skills – able to manage multiple tasks and keep systems and tasks running smoothly in a busy environment.

Clear and professional communication – a good level of written and spoken English to interact confidently with staff, parents, students, and visitors.

Warm and welcoming disposition – create a positive environment for visitors to the school.

Empathy and understanding – particularly when dealing with students, families, and sensitive situations.

Team-oriented attitude – work collaboratively with the unit leaders, as well as teaching and support staff to maintain a smooth daily operation.

Northern Health School promotes the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi within the culture of our school.

A full clean New Zealand driving license and police check are necessary for this role.

Close date for application: 6 December 2025

Northland Unit

The Northland unit is located in Walton Street, Whangarei and serves the Northland region from Wellsford to Kaeo and southern Hokianga.

NHS Northland unit teachers work with school age students who meet Northern Health School admission criteria, in both hospitals and the community. Education programmes are planned in association with staff of the student's regular school and may include Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (Correspondence School) subjects. An ILP (Individual Learning Plan) is developed for each student in association with their school of enrolment, parents and any others who may be involved in their wellbeing.

NHS teachers visit students in their homes and depending on their health needs, students may attend a NHS student support centre or their school of enrolment on a part time basis. When the time is appropriate, the NHS teacher will help transition the student back to school on a full-time basis.

When visiting students in the community teachers have the use of a NHS vehicle; however should a vehicle be unavailable, teachers will be expected to use their own vehicle and be reimbursed according to the teacher's collective agreement.

ICT is an integral part of Northern Health School's administration, programme development and student record activities. Teachers in all our units must be prepared to use ICT extensively in the course of their work.

Teachers are responsible to the unit Associate Principal and supported by teacher aide/office administrator.

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