Senior Education Advisor

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 students in our education system.

• Permanent, full-time role
• This is based in our Whangārei office, Te Tai Tokerau

As a Senior Education Advisor, you will be able to make a difference in strengthening educational performance in schools and kura, with a particular focus on our Māori-medium kura across Tai Tokerau

There is a lot going on in the education system to improve attendance, and achievement through a knowledge-rich curriculum grounded in the science of learning.

We are also working to strengthen other areas, such as learning support interventions and the development of the education workforce. Our role is to work with the education sector to implement these and other priorities – including through proactive, consistent supports and services from our regional teams.

The Senior Education Advisor role is part of our Education Advisory service that supports the education sector to implement education priorities through :

Salary range

$85,225 - $103,071 p.a. plus 3% KiwiSaver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

About you - Mōhou ake

To be successful in this role, you will need :

You will also demonstrate :

Te Mahau - Te Tai Raro is the key interface between Te Mahau - Ministry of Education and education providers. It is our role to ensure that sector leaders and the communities in which they operate have access to the expertise, programmes and resources that will allow our children and young people to reach their full potential.

We give effect to government and ministry policy and support education and community leadership within a self-managing system, to bring about the positive changes required to lift aspiration and raise educational achievement for all.

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 Jody Barrell, Manager Integrated Services at

Applications close Midnight on Sunday, 18 January 2026.

Shortlisting will commence the week beginning Monday, 19 January 2026.

Interviews are estimated to take place the week beginning Tuesday, 27 January 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.

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