Special Education Advisor at Ministry of Education, Hawkes Bay

Help shape the future of education in New Zealand

Help shape the future of Education

We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes

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 students in our education system.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

As 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 additional needs.
• Collaboratively develop, implement, and monitor an effective personalised learning plan.
• Helping the adults around the child to make changes to the learning environment to improve participation, wellbeing and learning outcomes for the child.
• Facilitate gathering of information and writing of ORS applications for tamariki in Early Childhood who will be transitioning to school.
• Support transitions into school for tamariki with high and complex needs.
• Facilitate access to wider services and support, in response to individual needs, for example local agencies.
• Enhancing inclusive practices in Schools, Early Learning Services and other educational settings.

Salary range: $69,966 - $106,016 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.  

About you | Mōhou ake

To be successful you will need:

• Demonstrable knowledge, experience, and skills in supporting children and young people with additional needs is essential.
• An ability and willingness to work in collaborative partnership with other professionals, agencies, whānau and the sector.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including an ability to sustain productive professional relationships.
• A genuine commitment to evidence-based interventions, which demonstrate inclusive education practice and contribute to raising student achievement.
• Fully registered NZ teachers will be considered.
• Additional qualifications in Learning Support would be an advantage.
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

At Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga, we work to provide services and support nationally, regionally and locally to the education sector, and in some cases, directly to ākonga and whanau.

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.

You are also welcome to reach out to Claire Watts, Service Manager for more information at Claire.Watts@education.gotv.nz

Applications close Midnight – Sunday, 27 April 2025

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.