Support Worker

About Us / Mo Matou

At Ko Taku Reo we work to provide teaching support and resources to help New Zealand's Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) children reach their academic potential as well as nurture their social and emotional wellbeing and help them form their own identity.

You will be joining a nationwide teamand you will share their passion and enthusiasm for delivering high quality education and services to DHH akonga and their whanau we support.

THE ROLE / TE MAHI

We are looking for a permanent, fulltime Support Worker.

This role is based at our Auckland Campus in Kelston and supports akonga and their families / whanau in a range of settings including homes, residences and schools.

You will also work with the Residential Team for those akonga based in Auckland.

This role sits within the Integrated Services Team, working with students from 2–21 years of age.

You Will

Support the wellbeing of our akonga and their whanau

Seek out and raise awareness of appropriate services for our students

Ensure compliance with the values as well as the legislative requirements of the organisation

Work with akonga and whanau to ensure their voice and needs are heard and responded to

Advocate for needs appropriately

Assist in the development of student support services across the organisation

Ensure appropriate records are maintained

Work with wider staff across the organisation ensuring the best outcomes for students

You Will Have

At least 3-5 years experience in a Support Worker role or equivalent

An in-depth understanding of NZSL, Deaf Culture and community is essential for this role

A desire to assist with learning, achievement and success of our students

Knowledge of NZ Education Sector

Demonstrated skills in IT

Good communication and diplomacy skills

Affinity with the values of our organisation

Respect and positive engagement with all students and colleagues

A clean, full drivers licence

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU / HEI AHA HE PAI TONEI MAHI MAU?

Rewarding work with children and their families watching them grow and excel

A focused role with a team approach

The opportunity to work for a passionate employer

Work with a diverse and welcoming team

Learning and development opportunities

The chance to work in this unique organisation with our learners at the center

How To Apply / Me Pehea Te Tono

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply below with your CV and a cover letter telling us why you'd love to work with us and our students.

Only applicants that are legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered for this position.

We may look to interview prior to closing so please apply early.

Applications close 5pm, Sunday 16 November

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