Speech Language Therapist

Ministry of Education New Zealand; Kerikeri; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver

Job summary

Ministry of Education New Zealand in Kerikeri is seeking a Speech-Language Therapist to lead Learning Support across home, school and community. You will work within a trans-disciplinary team to support students with speech and language needs.

The role requires a relevant degree in Speech-Language Therapy, collaboration with families, teachers and specialists, and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles. Salary range aligns with sector scales, with KiwiSaver in addition.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Speech-Language Therapy.
• In-depth knowledge of speech-language development and learning.
• Ability to translate professional knowledge into practical information for families.
• Ability to co-ordinate service provision in a multi-agency, trans-disciplinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess and understand the impact of speech and language difficulties in home, school and community.
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers, teachers and other specialists to support children’s speech, language and communication development.
• Build and strengthen the capability of those who support learning, such as parents, teachers and whānau.
• Provide high-quality learning support aligned with He Pikorua guiding principles and NZ curricula.

Skills

Speech-Language Therapy

Communication skills

Education

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

Job description

Date advertised: 22 Aug 2026

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Kerikeri, NZ

Help shape the future of Education

We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes.

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 ākonga in our education system.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

This position is permanent, full-time role based in our Kerikeri office.

As a Speech Language Therapist, you will play a critical role in our region’s Learning Support by:

• Working to understand the impact of children and young people’s speech and language difficulties in the context of their home, school and community.
• Working closely with parents, caregivers, teachers and other specialists to help them support their children with the development of speech, language and communication skills.
• Building and strengthening the capability of those who are best placed to support learning such as parents, teachers and whānau.
• Providing high quality learning support in line with the practice framework He Pikorua guiding principles and content of the curricula delivered in Aotearoa New Zealand.
• Home – He Pikorua (education.govt.nz)
• Working as part of a trans-disciplinary team where a child’s needs are complex.

Salary range: $69,966 - $106,016 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 | Mōhou ake

To be successful you will need:

• A Bachelor or Master’s degree in Speech-Language Therapy, or an equivalent that meets the requirements of the New Zealand Speech-Language Therapists Association.
• In-depth knowledge of theory, research and practice related to speech-language, child and human development and learning and behaviour.
• Ability to translate professional knowledge into practical information.
• Ability to co-ordinate service provision in a multi-agency, trans-disciplinary setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with children, young people and their families and teachers across a diverse ránge of settings.
• The ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tirirti o Waitangi and tangatawhenuatanga.
• Fluency in Te Reo Māori is desirable.
• A full driver licence
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

Te Mahau | Education Services Group provides well-designed, integrated education services that support the impactful and effective operation of education settings to support student achievement and participation. The services help to remove barriers to participation and learning and provide regulatory advice, support and oversight to early learning providers, schools and kura.

Learning Support is a critical part of Te Mahau | Education Services Group in the Ministry. We are charged with leading the education sector in ensuring that children and young people with additional learning needs are supported to achieve their full potential through education.

Our Learning Support specialists work closely with families, whānau, caregivers, schools and early childhood educators in English and Māori medium settings and other agencies to help maximise learning outcomes and promote social inclusion. (Please see the following link: Recruitment within Learning Support – Careers in Education).

For further information, please contact Kate Brazier, Service Manager at [e-mail]

Applications close Midnight - Sunday, 13 September 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.