Lead Advisor, Learning Support Practice

About this role Lead Adviser, Learning Support Practice to join our team in Tāmaki Herenga Tāngata (North & West Auckland). The role is permanent full‑time and will be based in both our Albany and Henderson office. The Lead Adviser will provide support and guidance to staff in the region to drive consistent learning support practice through the Service Managers and Managers Integrated Services. Collaborating with other roles, the Adviser ensures all learning support staff have access to high quality, ongoing professional development and supervision. The Adviser supports the achievement of successful educational outcomes for all children and young people, establishes themselves as a highly knowledgeable source of information, empowers others to use data to improve outcomes, and drives regional implementation of national Learning Support practices, processes and systems. Key responsibilities include keeping abreast of policy changes that could affect practice, using regional data and evidence to address key performance metrics, and providing guidance to Service Managers and their specialist staff to drive consistent practice across the region. Qualifications A relevant tertiary qualification. A full, clean driving licence. Five or more years' experience in the provision of specialist learning support services in education or a related field. Strong knowledge and experience of supporting children and young people with learning support needs. Experience in leading practice changes with individuals and at a system level. Strong practice credibility with colleagues and managers. Strong knowledge and understanding of the New Zealand education system. The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct. An understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi and its implications for the work of the Ministry of Education. Location & Salary Location: Albany and Henderson offices, NewZealand. Salary range: $99,496–$120,690per annum plus 3% additional KiwiSaver. About our group and team Tāmaki Herenga Tāngata (North & West Auckland) provides leadership and integrated services in line with national education priorities of achievement, attendance and learning support. For further information, contact Cindy Mercado, Manager Practice and Performance at [email protected]. Applications close Midnight, Sunday 2 August 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr