Help shape the future of Education Help shape the future of EducationHe mea trai e mtou te mtauranga kia rangatira ai, kia mana taurite ai na huanga We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes At Te Thuhu o te Mtauranga | Ministry of Education, we work to provide services and support nationally, regionally and locally to the education sector, and in some cases, directly to konga and whnau. 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 konga in our education system.

M tnei tranga | About this roleKey priorities of this role will include: Working with individual kura/schools and Communities of Learning | Khui Ako to significantly improve student attendance, engagement, and achievement. Using detailed analysis of schools/kura performance and student achievement to influence change and maximise education outcomes for students. Brokering support for schools/kura where potential is identified - this may include building capability and strengthening governance and management, regulatory compliance, curriculum, monitoring and assessment, student and whnau, family and community engagement.

Salary range: $84,425 - $102,271 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.

We also offer: Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued & supported. The ability to purchase extra days leave. A range of employee network groups.

An inclusive environment that encourages your personal cultural competency journey. Development and learning, including mentorship programmes and internal secondments. Wellness initiatives to support your overall health and wellbeing.

Mhou ake | About you If you can evidence your experience across the following areas, we would like to hear from you: An ability to develop strong working relationships. Some knowledge and understanding of Te Reo Mori ona tikanga. Experience working with Mori and Pacific communities and/or services.

Have experience in assessing information to make objective judgments against criteria and recommend courses of action. Can analyse complex issues and provide clear and succinct written and oral reports. Have experience in dealing with complex relationships, including influencing and negotiati.