Student Success Coach — Flexible & Impactful

University of Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave + university days

Flexible working arrangements

Staff discounts

Onsite facilities

Job summary

University of Canterbury seeks an inspiring Success Coach to support enrichment programmes and student leadership development. The role focuses on facilitating group activities, goal setting, organisation, self-regulation, and personal reflection to help students succeed during their studies.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years in Psychological Health or psycho-education, strong empathy, and experience with Maori and Pacific communities.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in Psychological Health or psycho-education
• Understanding Te Tiriti o Waitangi in Higher Education
• Experience in facilitating workshops and group teachings
• Experience working with Māori and Pacific peoples preferred
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication with strong organisational skills

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate group activities and events focusing on goal setting, organisation, self-regulation, leadership and reflection
• Support delivery of enrichment programmes to promote student success
• Work with diverse student backgrounds to create opportunities and promote success within UC

Skills

Empathy

Pastoral care

Workshop facilitation

Group teaching

Communication

Organisational skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology

Social work background

Job description

University of Canterbury seeks an inspiring Success Coach to support enrichment programmes and student leadership development. The role focuses on facilitating group activities, goal setting, organisation, self-regulation, and personal reflection to help students succeed during their studies.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years in Psychological Health or psycho-education, strong empathy, and experience with Maori and Pacific communities.