Part-Time Speech-Language Therapist — Learning Support

Ministry of Education; Napier; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 106,000; Part time

Job summary

The Ministry of Education in Napier is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join the Learning Support Team on a 0.5 FTE basis. You will assess and support children with speech, language and communication needs across home, school and community, working with families, teachers and other specialists.

Travel may be required and a Full Driver license is preferred. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech-Language Therapy or equivalent is required, along with specialist knowledge and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech-Language Therapy or equivalent.
• Specialist knowledge of speech-language theory, child development and learning.
• Ability to translate specialist knowledge into practical information.
• Coordinate service provision in a multi-agency, trans-disciplinary setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children, families and teachers.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech and language therapy support within the Learning Support Team.
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers, teachers and other specialists.
• Support children with speech, language and communication development across home, school and community.
• Work in a trans-disciplinary team addressing complex needs.

Job description

The Ministry of Education in Napier is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join the Learning Support Team on a 0.5 FTE basis. You will assess and support children with speech, language and communication needs across home, school and community, working with families, teachers and other specialists.

Travel may be required and a Full Driver license is preferred. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech-Language Therapy or equivalent is required, along with specialist knowledge and strong