Principal Advisor - Learning Support (Wellington)
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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
Secondment or fixed term opportunity for 12months
Wellington-based
The Principal Advisor supports the Operations Manager, Learning Support, contributing through leadership and expertise to strategic priorities, work programmes and complex system issues to support the achievement of outcomes aligned to the Ministry’s purpose and agreed strategies.
In this role you will lead the provision of specialised work with a focus on strategic oversight and delivery of the Resource Teacher: Learning and Behaviour (RTLB) Service and the Learning Support Coordinator provision nationally to support our frontline Te Mahau Teams.
Maintaining a national overview of the activities being delivered and providing guidance, support, and improvements to enable the delivery of high-quality programmes and services.
Salary range: $118,371 - $143,760 per annum + 3% kiwisaver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary based on their individual skills and experience.
For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description here.
About you | Mōhou ake
To be successful in this role you will have proven experience or have developed an understanding of working with Resource Teacher: Learning and Behaviour and/or Learning Support Coordinator provisions in the education sector. You will also have proven experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and be able to manage multiple changing priorities whilst delivering strategic and analytical advice to senior leaders across the Ministry and external stakeholders.
You will also offer:
An understanding of the role of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in the education sector.
A track record of bringing people together and leading, coaching and mentoring others to achieve outcomes
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
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 to work flexibly across the work area and an ever-changing environment.
The ability to develop effective working relationships and build credibility with customers at all levels, team members, and colleagues in Te Mahau and across te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga.
The ability to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.
About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake
Te Pae Aronui was established within Te Mahau to provide the education sector with support and services that are more locally responsive, more accessible, and integrated.
It is the place where everything Te Tāhuhu does for ākonga can come together. We gather insights, regulate, have service design and delivery functions, understand ākonga, whānau, communities and businesses - and use that to shape and influence the direction of education in Aotearoa New Zealand.
As part of Te Mahau, we work with whānau, hāpu, iwi, early learning services and schools / kura, to support ākonga and kaiako to create interactions in the magic space where learning happens.
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 and a confidential conversation, please contact Anna Scadden for more information at anna.scadden@education.govt.nz
Applications close Midnight – Wednesday, 1 October 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.
