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Job Offer: Educational Psychologist:MinEducationJob description:Job DescriptionFull-time, permanentWhanganui income range: $67,963 – $97,000 depending upon practice » We have a big and important job to do, and we need your help » Make a real difference in children and young people’s lives » Work as part of a trans-disciplinary team of dedicated professionals Help shape the future of education. We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent results. We help shape the policies, settings and performance of the education system for early learning, schooling and tertiary. We are making significant changes to how we deliver our mahi by: » taking practical action to give effect to te Tiriti o Waitangi » giving priority to regional and local voice » delivering greater responsiveness, accessibility and integrated services and support » improving feedback loops and information flows. Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people across Aotearoa – New Zealand from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. About our group and team Te Mahau Te Tai Whenua is the key interface between Te Mahau – Ministry of Education and education providers. Information technology is our function to ensure that sector leaders and the communities in which they operate have access to the skills, programmes and resources that will allow our children and young people to reach their full potential. Mo tenei turanga – About this function As an Educational Psychologist you will play a critical function in our region’s Learning Support team by: » enhancing inclusive practices in early learning services, schools, and other educational settings » providing professional support and guidance to schools, teachers and families and building the capacity of those who are best placed to support the learning of children and young people » providing appropriate specialist assessment and analysis for collaboratively planned evidence informed interventions » working as part of a trans-disciplinary team where a child’s needs are complex. » there may also be opportunities for involvement in project work, as well as individual casework, targeted (group) work, and universal (systems level) work » Thinking outside the box’ and collaboration with others is encouraged, to ensure positive results for students Mohou ake – About you To be prosperous you will need: » a Masters level tertiary qualification and a post-graduate Diploma in Educational Psychology or equivalent » to be registered under the Health Practitioners Competency Assurance Act and to hold a current practicing certificate » capability to translate specialist expertise into practical information » capability to co-ordinate service provision in a multi-agency, trans-disciplinary setting » excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an capability to work effectively with children, young people and their families and teachers across a diverse range of settings » the capability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tirirti o Waitangi and tangatawhenuatanga. What can we offer you? We offer a competitive income and terms and conditions. In addition, our specialists tell us they value: » the capability to make a positive difference in the lives of children, young people and their whanau and contribute to system wide change is a huge plus » the Ministry offers a strong community of practice and the support of a large organisation, so I never feel isolated or alone » I really value the capability to work closely with specialists from other disciplines. Information technology enhances my own practice and thinking. Kua rite koe mo tenei mahi? – Are you ready to make a difference? We provide flexible working environments where everyone feels significant, valued and supported. We’d love to hear what this might look like for you, so feel free to outline this in your cover letter. In your cover letter we’d like to know: » about you, your values, your whakapapa » your interest and motivations for this function » the abilities, strengths, personal attributes and diverse perspectives you will bring to the function and this organisation. Please apply now using the ‘apply online’ button. For more information, Contact Us by Karen Keene, Service Manager, karen.keene@education.govt.nz, or phone 027 703 8398 Applications close on Sunday, 30 April 2023. How to submit the application:Read more and apply here:https://jobs.education.govt.nz/jobtools/jncustomsearch.viewFullSingle? in_organid=17584&in_jnCounter=225543841&in_jobDate=All&in_search box=YES&in_summary=S&in_site=CareersSiteSkills:
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