Impactful Speech-Language Therapist for Education (NZ)

New Zealand Government Joba; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 106,000; Part time

Job summary

New Zealand Government Education seeks a Speech-Language Therapist for a six-month fixed-term position in Blenheim, commencing 11 January 2027. Part-time or full-time hours will be considered to fit service delivery needs.

The role involves multidisciplinary collaboration with families, schools and other specialists to support speech, language and communication development in children and young people.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech-Language Therapy or equivalent meeting NZAS requirements.
• Specialist knowledge of theory, research and practice related to speech-language, child and human development and learning and behaviour.
• Ability to translate specialist knowledge into practical information.
• Ability to co-ordinate service provision in a multi-agency, trans-disciplinary setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work with children, families and teachers across diverse settings.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori.
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how it applies in the public sector.
• Ability and willingness to adhere to Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Understand the impact of speech and language difficulties in home, school and community.
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers, teachers and specialists to support development of speech, language and communication skills.
• Work as part of a trans-disciplinary team to address complex needs of children.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team coordination

Cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech-Language Therapy

Job description

New Zealand Government Education seeks a Speech-Language Therapist for a six-month fixed-term position in Blenheim, commencing 11 January 2027. Part-time or full-time hours will be considered to fit service delivery needs.

The role involves multidisciplinary collaboration with families, schools and other specialists to support speech, language and communication development in children and young people.