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 | M tnei tranga This is a fixed term, part time role (0.

6 FTE) covering parental leave, based in our Henderson office. As a Psychologist you will play a critical role in our regions Learning Support team by; * Identifying patterns or contributing factors that may be influencing learning, wellbeing and behaviour * Enhancing inclusive practices in early learning services, schools and other educational settings * Working collaboratively with a team around the child, including educators, parents, caregivers and whnau, to enhance understanding about the child and their behaviours. * Providing professional support and guidance to schools, teachers and families and building the capacity of those who are best placed to support the learning of children and young people * Providing appropriate in-depth specialist assessment and analysis for evidenced informed interventions * Faciltating access to wider services and support, in response to individual needs.

* Working as part of a trans-disciplinary team where a childs needs are complex * Provide objective consultative analysis, advice and information on project requirements * Apply the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, the Disability Strategy, and other relevant government initiatives and strategies, in all aspects of service provision, and, where appropriate, participate effectively in their implementation Salary range: $85,416 - $126,000 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 | Mhou ake To be successful in the role, you will need: * A Masters-level tertiary qualification, Post-graduate Diploma in Educational Psychology or Clinical Psychology (or equivalent), New Zealand Psychologist Board registration, and a current Practicing Certificate. * A genuine commitment to evidence-based interventions, which demonstrate inclusive education practice and contribute to raising student achievement. * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including an ability to sustain productive professional relationships.

* An ability and willingness to work in collaborative partnership with other professionals, agencies, families and the sector to achieve shared outcomes. * Demonstrable knowledge, experience, and skills in supporting children and young people * with challenging behaviours. * Sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity and a commit.