Special Education Advisor

Ministry of Education

  • Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui
  • $100,866-110,210 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 hours ago
Special Education AdvisorHelp shape the future of EducationHe mea tārai e mātou te mātauranga kia rangatira ai, kia mana taurite ai ōna huangaWe work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomesAt Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga | Ministry of Education, we work to provide services and support nationally, regionally and locally to the education sector, and in some cases, directly to students and whānau.We 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 purpose.So that we:
  • Take practical action to give effect to te Tiriti o Waitangi.
  • Give priority to regional and local voice.
  • Deliver greater responsiveness, accessibility and integrated services and support.
  • Improve feedback loops and information flows.
Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range 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 our ākonga in our education system.Mō tēnei tūranga | About this roleAs a Special Education Adviser, you will play a critical role in our region's Learning Support team by doing the following:
  • Working collaboratively with a team around the child, including educators, parents, caregivers and whānau, to enhance understanding about the child and their behaviours.
  • Collaboratively develop, implement, and monitor an effective personalised learning plan.
  • Helping the adults around the child to make changes to the learning environment so that their behaviour can be more effectively managed, and the situation can be stabilised/made safer. This includes supporting the child to develop more pro-social ways of responding, and improve their participation, wellbeing and learning outcomes.
  • Facilitating access to wider services and support, in response to individual needs, for example speech and language therapy and local agencies.
  • Enhancing inclusive practices in schools and other educational settings.
Salary range: $100,866 - $110,210 per annum + 3% KiwiSaver. 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 .Mōhou ake | About youTo be successful you will need:
  • Relevant Diploma qualification, Bachelor of Education or Teaching, Post-graduate Diploma in Early Intervention / Special Education / Educational Psychology
  • Experience working with children and young people with learning and behavioural needs in a classroom or other relevant setting
  • Experience of supporting education and other professionals to meet the needs of children and young people with additional learning needs
  • 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
  • Ability to work across Māori medium and English medium settings desirable
  • The ability and willingness to adhere to the
.Mātau rōpū ake | About our group and teamLearning Support is a critical part of Te Mahau. Te Tai Whenua. We are charged with leading the education sector in ensuring the students and young people with additional learning needs are supported to achieve their full potential through education.Our Learning Support specialists work closely with families, whānau, caregivers, schools, and early childhood educators in English and Māori medium settings and other agencies to help maximise learning outcomes and promote social inclusion.Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi? | Are you ready to make a difference?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: Peggy Warren - Service Manager atApplications close Midnight - Sunday 28 September 2025We 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.

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