Psychologistat Ministry of Education -
- Identifying patterns or contributing factors that may be influencing learning, wellbeing and behaviour. Enhancing inclusive practices in early learning services, schools and other educational settings Working collaboratively with a team around the child, including educators, parents, caregivers and whānau, to enhance understanding about the child and their behaviours.
- depth specialist assessment and analysis for evidenced informed interventions.
Facilitating access to wider services and support, in response to individual needs.
Working as part of a trans-disciplinary team where a child's needs are complex.Provide objective consultative analysis, advice, and information on project requirements.
Apply the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, the Disability Strategy, and other relevant government initiatives and strategies, in all aspects of service provision, and, where appropriate, participate effectively in their implementation.
Salary range: $85,416
- $126,000 per annum + 3% kiwi saver.
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 Masters-level tertiary qualification, Post-graduate Diploma in Educational Psychology or Clinical Psychology (or equivalent), New Zealand Psychologist Board registration, and a current Practicing Certificate.
A genuine commitment to evidence-based interventions, which demonstrate inclusive education practice and contribute to raising student achievement.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including an ability to sustain productive professional relationships.
An ability and willingness to work in collaborative partnership with other professionals, agencies, families and the sector to achieve shared outcomes.
Demonstrable knowledge, experience, and skills in supporting children and young people with challenging behaviours.
Sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity and a commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.
A proven ability to use data and insights to identify trends, risks and opportunities, to influence and guide organisational and system-level decision making.
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.
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 Mavae Ahio at Recruitment.TamakiHT@education.govt.nz Applications close Midnight- Tuesday 5 November 2024.
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