Speech-Language Therapist, Education Learning Support Team

New Zealand Government; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

The Ministry of Education in Gisborne is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join the Learning Support Team. You will work with children and young people who have speech and language difficulties, in home, school, and community contexts, to improve communication skills.

You'll collaborate with parents, caregivers, teachers and other specialists in a trans-disciplinary setting, translating expertise into practical support while respecting Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Speech-Language Therapy.
• Specialist knowledge of speech-language development and learning.
• Ability to translate specialist knowledge into practical information.
• Experience working in a multi-agency, trans-disciplinary setting.
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangata whenuatanga principles.

Responsibilities

• Work with parents, caregivers, teachers and other specialists to support speech and language development.
• Assess and plan interventions for children with speech and language difficulties.
• Collaborate within the Learning Support Team to coordinate services across home, school and community.
• Contribute to promoting inclusive education across diverse settings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Trans-disciplinary collaboration

Education

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

Job description

The Ministry of Education in Gisborne is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join the Learning Support Team. You will work with children and young people who have speech and language difficulties, in home, school, and community contexts, to improve communication skills.

You'll collaborate with parents, caregivers, teachers and other specialists in a trans-disciplinary setting, translating expertise into practical support while respecting Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.