Special Education Advisor

New Zealand Government Joba; Napier; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Zealand Government Joba is seeking a Special Education Advisor in the Hawke's Bay region to join our Learning Support Team. You will work with educators, parents, caregivers and whanau to understand each child’s needs and to develop and monitor personalised learning plans.

You will enable changes to learning environments to boost participation, wellbeing and achievement, liaise with local services, and support collaboration across professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional and complex needs.
• Ability to work in collaborative partnerships with professionals, agencies, and whanau.
• Commitment to evidence‑based interventions to raise student achievement.

Responsibilities

• Work with the child, family, and professionals to enhance understanding of needs.
• Collaboratively develop, implement, and monitor personalised learning plans.
• Enable changes to learning environments to improve participation, wellbeing and outcomes.
• Facilitate access to wider services and supports as needed.

Skills

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Cultural competency

Education

Fully registered NZ teachers

Job description

Help shape the future of education in New ZealandHelp shape the future of EducationWe work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomesOur 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 | Mo tenei turangaAs a Special Education Advisor, you will play a critical role in our region's Learning Support Team by doing the following:Working collaboratively with a team around the child, including educators, parents, caregivers and whanau, to enhance understanding about the child and their additional needs.Collaboratively develop, implement, and monitor an effective personalised learning plan.Helping the adults around the child to make changes to the learning environment to improve participation, wellbeing and learning outcomes for the child.Facilitate access to wider services and support, in response to individual needs, for example local agenciesSalary range: $69,966 - $119,450 per annum plus KiwiSaver. 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 | Mohou akeTo be successful you will need:Demonstrable in-depth knowledge, experience, and skills in supporting children and young people with additional and complex needs is essential.An ability and willingness to work in collaborative partnership with other professionals, agencies, whanau and the sector.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including an ability to sustain productive professional relationships.A genuine commitment to evidence-based interventions, which demonstrate inclusive education practice and contribute to raising student achievement.Fully registered NZ teachers.Additional qualifications in Learning Support would be an advantage.Sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity and a commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.About our group and team | Matau ropu akeTe Mahau takiwa collectively provide leadership and integrated services to the education sector. This includes services such as learning support and education advice and regulation functions for schools and early learning services.Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mo tenei mahi?If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the `apply' button. In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, or anything else you'd like to share. We're keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.For further information, please contact Lisa Scott, Service Manager at [e-mail] close Midnight -Sunday, 4 October 2026.We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.