Occupational Therapist

Join us as an Occupational Therapist at the Ministry of Education New Zealand. This is a permanent, full‑time role based in Auckland (Maungawhau / Mt Eden Office). Date advertised : 6 Oct 2025.

About this role

The purpose of the Occupational Therapist is to provide effective, efficient and equitable occupational therapy services in accordance with the goals, objectives and policies of the Ministry of Education. This role supports schools and learners throughout the nation.

Location : Auckland, New Zealand (Maungawhau / Mt Eden Office, Auckland Central‑East region).

Job type : Permanent, full‑time.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality learning support services to facilities, learners, parents / caregivers and to other service users in accordance with the guiding principles of the NZ Curriculum Framework.
• Respond to referrals, provide assessment, and through direct or indirect intervention implement school‑based occupational therapy programmes to meet the needs of identified learners.
• Develop and implement, either individually or as a member of a team, inclusive programmes by working collaboratively with parents, whanau, caregivers, teachers / educators and other professionals.

Salary range

$69,966 – $118,450 per annum + 3% KiwiSaver.

Qualifications

About our group and team

Te Mahau takiwā collectively provide leadership and integrated services to the education sector. Our core role is to deliver professional services and provide advice to schools, kura, and early learning services, to help them to achieve better outcomes for tamariki and ākonga. This includes advice and guidance to the sector for the implementation of Government’s priorities, working directly with schools, kura and early learning services and connecting in with other government agencies, iwi and community groups.

Tāmaki Herenga Manawa covers central and east Auckland and the Hauraki Gulf – from Kaitoke School on Aotea / Great Barrier Island to Clevedon School in the east, Mangere Bridge School in the south and Avondale College in the west. They are based in Maungawhau / Mt Eden which also hosts School Property, staff from Education Review Office (ERO) and the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC). The region includes service delivery to around 200 schools and 500 early learning services, with school rolls varying from over 3500 at large urban high schools to around 30 students at small rural schools.

How to apply

We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role. If this opportunity interests you, 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.

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Application deadline

Applications close Midnight – Wednesday 22nd October 2025.

Accessibility

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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