Special Education Advisor - Napier
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
Fixed Term - 5 Months (September 2026 to February 2027)
Part Time 0.8 FTE
Based in the Ahuriri Office
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 access to wider services and support, in response to individual needs, for example local agencies.
Salary range: $69,966 - $94,558 per annum plus 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 Job Description here.
Please note: This role is also advertised as a psychologist under requisition #3838 with a different salary range and set of requirements/qualifications. If you are a qualified Psychologist, please use this link Job Details | Psychologist | 2323
About you | Mōhou ake
To be successful you will need:
Demonstrable in-depth knowledge, experience, and skills in supporting children and young people with additional and complex 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.
Additional qualifications in Learning Support would be an advantage.
Sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity and a commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.
The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.
About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake
Te Mahau takiwā collectively provide leadership and integrated services to the education sector. This includes services such as learning support and education advice and regulation functions for schools and early learning services.
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, please contact Claire Watts, Service Manager at claire.watts@education.govt.nz
Applications close Midnight – Sunday, 16 August 2026
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.
