Senior Academic Inclusion Assistant - Disability Services

Victoria University of Wellington; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 38,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed term employment

Competitive pay

Comprehensive training

Job summary

Victoria University of Wellington invites applications for a Kaiāwhina Matahuhua Matua - Senior Academic Inclusion Assistant. The role supports disabled students to participate fully in university life, across Kelburn, Pipitea and Te Aro campuses, with 15 hours per week from February to November 2027.

You will assist with accessible assessment, note-taking, academic support and contribute to training and development of Academic Inclusion Assistants, while helping maintain confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Undergraduate qualification or studying towards one with a B grade average or above.
• Excellent typing skills with a speed of at least 70 words per minute.
• Strong listening and the ability to accurately capture information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Calm, professional approach in challenging situations.
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook and Office applications.
• Ability to work across Kelburn, Pipitea and Te Aro campuses.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion and positive student outcomes.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in an educational context.

Responsibilities

• Accessible Assessment Support: assist students during tests by reading materials and providing approved support.
• Notetaking: produce clear, accurate lecture notes and upload for student access.
• Academic Assistance: help with accessing materials, labs, or research tasks.
• Communication and Collaboration: work with students and staff to provide student-centered support.
• Student Wellbeing and Safety: maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Office administration and operational support: assist with documentation and project tasks.

Skills

Typing speed 70 wpm

Typing speed 80 wpm

Listening skills

Detail oriented

Confidentiality

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate qualification or studying towards one

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Office

Job description

Victoria University of Wellington invites applications for a Kaiāwhina Matahuhua Matua - Senior Academic Inclusion Assistant. The role supports disabled students to participate fully in university life, across Kelburn, Pipitea and Te Aro campuses, with 15 hours per week from February to November 2027.

You will assist with accessible assessment, note-taking, academic support and contribute to training and development of Academic Inclusion Assistants, while helping maintain confidentiality and