Occupational Therapistat Ministry of Education -
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 Fixed Term parental cover - 0.8FTE North Shore City As an Occupational Therapist you will play a critical role in our region's Learning Support team by: Supporting parents and whanau, teachers and schools to meet the learning support needs of children and young people Developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with a range of professional partners, community and sector groups and support agencies to ensure that services are coordinated and effective Enhancing inclusive practices in early learning services, schools and other educational settings Providing professional support and guidance to schools, teachers and families and providing appropriate specialist intervention plans Salary range: $69,966 to $118,450 per annum + 3% kiwi saver.
The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience. 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 the role, you will need: A Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or equivalent as approved by the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand To be registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand and to hold a current practicing certificate Ability to translate specialist knowledge into practical information 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 children, young people and their families and teachers across a diverse range of settings The ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tirirti o Waitangi and tangata whenuatanga.
The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct. About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake Te Mahau takiwā collectively provide leadership and integrated services to the education sector. This includes services such as learning support and education advice and regulation functions for schools and early learning services.As a frontline group we develop and harness existing relationships with communities at the regional and local level through the Directors of Education, including deep relationships with iwi and hapū. Our frontline groups are represented at the leadership level of decision making for Te Tāhuhu.
The frontline hautū | deputy secretaries hold at least one National Portfolio to complement their frontline role. In Te Tai Raro, our hautū holds the National Portfolio for Pacific Education. This portfolio requires many parts of our organisation to work together to enhance collective impact for Pacific learner success, embedding the shifts in the Action Plan for Pacific Education.
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. For further information, please contact Annie-Louise Millar at Auckland.Recruitment@education.govt.nz Applications close Midnight - Friday, 8 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.