Verifier/Lead Reviewer - Wellington
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 ākonga in our education system.
About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga
Three permanent , full-time positions are available
These roles will be regionally based within the successful applicant’s location
Working from home opportunity for successful applicants.
The Verifier/Lead Reviewer reports to the Manager Assurance and Eligibility.
The Verifier/Lead Reviewer makes informed independent decisions about the eligibility of ākonga to receive targeted packages of funding and work with the verification panel to reach a consensus decision about the eligibility of ākonga.
They will undertake ākonga observations as needed which will require travel from time to time. They may also have a role in reviewing schools and early intervention specialist service providers to ensure the delivery of specialist support results in improved outcomes for children and young people.
As a Verifier/Lead Reviewer you will:
Be comfortable working and making decisions at pace and within tight deadlines.
Be able to use your breadth of specialist professional knowledge, skills, and experience to assess information about children and young people with the highest levels of disability.
Be able to work with ambiguous information.
Be clear about your reasons for the decisions you make and be able to communicate them in a conscientious environment.
Be a strong communicator, both orally and in your written work.
Be able to demonstrate an awareness and ownership of Māori achieving and enjoying education success as Māori in day-to-day work.
Salary range of $84,425 - $102,271 per annum + 3% KiwiSaver. 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.
We also offer:
Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued & supported.
The ability to purchase extra days leave.
A range of employee network groups.
An inclusive environment that encourages your personal cultural competency journey.
Development and learning, including mentorship programmes and internal secondments.
Wellness initiatives to support your overall health and wellbeing.
About you | Mōhou ake
You will have extensive experience and knowledge of disability and/or specialist learning support services in the education sector across a range of settings and ages. You will be an experienced relationship builder and able to form partnerships to achieve shared outcomes. You would have experience leading teams or delivering a specialist service in a complex organisation.
You will also offer:
Strong team working skills
An ability to work successfully in a consensus decision making environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong personal organisation, able to meet tight deadlines
An attention to detail
A commitment to ongoing personal and professional development
Credibility with stakeholders at all levels, team members, and colleagues in Te Pae Aronui and Te Mahau
The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.
We provide flexible working environments where everyone feels relevant, valued, and supported. So, if working from home and/or having a flexible start and finish to the day will help with this, we can usually make it happen. We'd love to hear what this might look like for you, so feel free to outline this in your Cover Letter.
About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake
Te Mahau | Te Pae Aronui | Operations & Integration - Te Pae Aronui connects people, knowledge, services, and regulatory processes to help shape an inclusive education system. Te Pae Aronui was established within Te Mahau to help drive a focus on equity throughout Te Tāhuhu by connecting across the Ministry and providing expert support and services into the regions. Our group provides nationally consistent service design, practice guidance and systems to support the integrated teams led by Directors of Education providing flexible and responsive services. We deliver national resourcing functions, including inclusive learning support.
The Assurance and Eligibility Team sits within Learning Support | Te Pae Aronui (Operations & Integration). You will be joining a large team of skilled and knowledgeable Verifiers and Advisors who are passionate advocates for children and young people with disability and learning support needs. The team’s combined knowledge and experience ensure that the best decisions are made.
Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei 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 Rebecca Forde, Manager Assurance and Eligibility at rebecca.forde@education.govt.nz
Applications close Midnight – 9 February 2025
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.
