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Job Opportunity: Special Education Advisor or Psychologist:MinEducationJob description:Job DescriptionPsychologist, Special Education Advisor or PsychologistPermanent, full-time position located in Timaru – South Canterbury Kia ora, Bula Vinaka, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Fakatalofa atu, Kia orana, Malo e lelei, Malo ni, Talofa lava, Tena koutou katoa and welcome. We have a big and important job to do and we need your help to make a real difference in children and young people’s lives by working as part of a trans-disciplinary team of dedicated professionals. Help shape the future of Education At the Ministry of Education, we work together to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent results. Our organisation is made up of more than 3,000 talented and committed people around New Zealand, from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for every child, young person and adult student in our education system. About our group and team Learning Support is a critical part of the Ministry of Education. We are charged with leading the education sector in ensuring that children and young people with additional learning needs are supported to achieve their full potential through education. Our Learning Support Specialists work closely with families, whanau, caregivers, schools, early childhood educators and other agencies to help maximise learning results and promote social inclusion. An opportunity exists for Psychologist or Special Education Adviser to join our team located in Timaru, South Canterbury. We would also consider a secondment opportunity for the right candidate. About you The prosperous applicant will: » have demonstrable knowledge, practice, and expertise in supporting children and young people who have social and emotional challenges that significantly impact on their learning and wellbeing in an educational context » be responsible for providing a range of assessment and intervention services to students as well as establishing effective relationships with parents, families, whanau, educators and others working in the community » have significant teaching or special education qualifications and/or a current New Zealand Psychologists Board registration » translate specialist knowledge into practical information » co-ordinate service provision in a multi-agency, trans-disciplinary setting » have excellent communication and interpersonal expertise and an capability to work effectively with children, young people and their families and teachers across a diverse range of settings » have a current driver’s licence. candidates for the position should be able to demonstrate the following key attributes: » capability to plan and manage time effectively to meet goals and objectives » Knowledge of the curriculum in schools » Knowledge and knowledge of inclusive education practices » capability and availability to work co-operatively as a team member in a range of contexts » Excellent interpersonal and communication expertise » Sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity and commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi Are you ready to make a difference? We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds who will enrich our knowledge of the education system. As a government agency, the Ministry is committed to keeping to Te Tiriti o Waitangi guiding principles in our work for and with Maori students, their whanau, hapu and iwi. If this opportunity sounds like you, please apply now using the ?apply online’ button. For more information contact Atholea Shanks at Atholea.Shanks@education.govt.nz Applications close on Tuesday, 18yh April 2023. How to submit the application:https://jobs.education.govt.nz/jobtools/jncustomsearch.viewFul lSingle?in_organid=17584&in_jnCounter=225549273&in_jobDate=All&i n_searchbox=YES&in_summary=S&in_site=CareersSiteSkills:
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