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Psychologist
Teacher / Tutor
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Auckland City, Auckland
Full job description
Help shape the future of education in New Zealand
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 akonga in our education system.
About this role Mo tenei turanga
This is a permanent, full-time position based in the Henderson office.
As a Psychologist you will play a critical role in our region's Learning Support team by;
Identifying patterns or contributing factors that may be influencing learning, wellbeing and behaviour
Enhancing inclusive practices in early learning services, schools and other educational settings
Working collaboratively with a team around the child, including educators, parents, caregivers and whanau, to enhance understanding about the child and their behaviours.
Providing professional support and guidance to schools, teachers and families and building the capacity of those who are best placed to support the learning of children and young people
Providing appropriate in-depth specialist assessment and analysis for evidenced informed interventions
Faciltating access to wider services and support, in response to individual needs.
Working as part of a trans-disciplinary team where a child's needs are complex
Provide objective consultative analysis, advice and information on project requirements
Apply the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, the Disability Strategy, and other relevant government initiatives and strategies, in all aspects of service provision, and, where appropriate, participate effectively in their implementation
Salary range: $85,416 - $126.000 per annum + 3% kiwi saver. 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 ake
To be successful in the role, you will need:
A Masters-level tertiary qualification, Post-graduate Diploma in Educational Psychology or Clinical Psychology (or equivalent), New Zealand Psychologist Board registration, and a current Practicing Certificate.
Current Psychologist Interns are welcome to apply.
A genuine commitment to evidence-based interventions, which demonstrate inclusive education practice and contribute to raising student achievement.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including an ability to sustain productive professional relationships.
An ability and willingness to work in collaborative partnership with other professionals, agencies, families and the sector to achieve shared outcomes.
Demonstrable knowledge, experience, and skills in supporting children and young people
with challenging behaviours.
Sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity and a commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.
A proven ability to use data and insights to identify trends, risks and opportunities, to influence and guide organisational and system-level decision making.
The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.
About our group and team Matau ropu ake
Te 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.
As a frontline group we develop and harness existing relationships with communities at the regional and local level through the Directors of Education, including deep relationships with iwi and hapu.
Our frontline groups are represented at the leadership level of decision making for Te Tahuhu. The frontline hautu deputy secretaries hold at least one National Portfolio to complement their frontline role. In Te Tai Raro, our hautu holds the National Portfolio for Pacific Education. This portfolio requires many parts of our organisation to work together to enhance collective impact for Pacific learner success, embedding the shifts in the Action Plan for Pacific Education.
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 [email protected]
Applications close Midnight - Wednesday 23 July 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.
Here’s how the job qualifications align with your profile.
Education
Postgraduate diploma
Master's degree
Do you have a Postgraduate diploma?
Yes
No
Skip
Job details
Here’s how the job details align with your profile.
Job type
Full-time
Location
Auckland City, Auckland
Full job description
Help shape the future of education in New Zealand
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 akonga in our education system.
About this role Mo tenei turanga
This is a permanent, full-time position based in the Henderson office.
As a Psychologist you will play a critical role in our region's Learning Support team by;
Identifying patterns or contributing factors that may be influencing learning, wellbeing and behaviour
Enhancing inclusive practices in early learning services, schools and other educational settings
Working collaboratively with a team around the child, including educators, parents, caregivers and whanau, to enhance understanding about the child and their behaviours.
Providing professional support and guidance to schools, teachers and families and building the capacity of those who are best placed to support the learning of children and young people
Providing appropriate in-depth specialist assessment and analysis for evidenced informed interventions
Faciltating access to wider services and support, in response to individual needs.
Working as part of a trans-disciplinary team where a child's needs are complex
Provide objective consultative analysis, advice and information on project requirements
Apply the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, the Disability Strategy, and other relevant government initiatives and strategies, in all aspects of service provision, and, where appropriate, participate effectively in their implementation
Salary range: $85,416 - $126.000 per annum + 3% kiwi saver. 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 ake
To be successful in the role, you will need:
A Masters-level tertiary qualification, Post-graduate Diploma in Educational Psychology or Clinical Psychology (or equivalent), New Zealand Psychologist Board registration, and a current Practicing Certificate.
Current Psychologist Interns are welcome to apply.
A genuine commitment to evidence-based interventions, which demonstrate inclusive education practice and contribute to raising student achievement.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including an ability to sustain productive professional relationships.
An ability and willingness to work in collaborative partnership with other professionals, agencies, families and the sector to achieve shared outcomes.
Demonstrable knowledge, experience, and skills in supporting children and young people
with challenging behaviours.
Sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity and a commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.
A proven ability to use data and insights to identify trends, risks and opportunities, to influence and guide organisational and system-level decision making.
The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.
About our group and team Matau ropu ake
Te 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.
As a frontline group we develop and harness existing relationships with communities at the regional and local level through the Directors of Education, including deep relationships with iwi and hapu.
Our frontline groups are represented at the leadership level of decision making for Te Tahuhu. The frontline hautu deputy secretaries hold at least one National Portfolio to complement their frontline role. In Te Tai Raro, our hautu holds the National Portfolio for Pacific Education. This portfolio requires many parts of our organisation to work together to enhance collective impact for Pacific learner success, embedding the shifts in the Action Plan for Pacific Education.
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 [email protected]
Applications close Midnight - Wednesday 23 July 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.
