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 students in our education system.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

This is a full-time permanent Early Intervention teacher position working across Upper Hutt, Wairarapa and Tararua, with a focus on kaupapa Māori service delivery across kōhanga, kura, schools and early learning services.  You will join a supportive trans-disciplinary team where whanaungatanga and working responsively is valued.

As an Early Intervention Teacher, you will play a critical role in our region's Learning Support team by:

• Providing high-quality learning support in line with the Ministry's practice framework He Pikorua, guiding principles, strands, and goals of Te Whāriki a te Kohanga Reo.
• Building and strengthening the capability of those who are best placed to support children's' learning such as Whānau and Kaiako.
• Supporting transition points in the child's learning pathway, such as transition into Kohanga Reo and Kura. 
• Working as part of a trans-disciplinary team where a child's needs are complex.

Salary range: $69,966 - $119,450 per annum + 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. 

About you | Mōhou ake

Familiarity with te ao Māori and understanding of Te Reo, tikanga and mātauranga Māori is essential for Early Intervention teachers working in Kura Kaupapa Māori and Māori Medium settings.

You will also offer:

• A Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood).
• A post-graduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching: Early Intervention or the ability to attain this within four years of beginning in the position.
• A few years of teaching experience and a deep knowledge of child development, learning and behaviour.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with ākonga, whānau and kaiako.
• The ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tangatawhenuatanga.
• Knowledge of Te Reo Māori is essential for this position.
• A full driver's licence as travel is a requirement of this position.
•  Experience working in Māori medium settings and the ability to work across Māori informed practice models would be advantageous
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

Working in the Wairarapa offers the opportunity to have all the advantages of being close to a big city but also the benefits of a small town.  We have no traffic lights in the Wairarapa! The rents and house prices are reasonable, we have easy access to beaches, rivers, tramping and cycling trails as well as award winning vineyards and restaurants!

Our climate is warmer than Wellington and the people are very friendly.  Our team use Fleet cars to travel to schools and early learning services. Come and join our large supportive multidisciplinary team based in Masterton who enjoy the benefit of newly renovated office premises.

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

Te Mahau | Education Services

The Education Services Group provides well-designed, integrated education services that support the impactful and effective operation of education settings to support student achievement and participation. The services help to remove barriers to participation and learning and provide regulatory advice, support and oversight to early learning providers, schools and kura.

The Group has three key priorities for Education Services:

• Practice & Guidance: Managing practice and guidance to improve national coordination and consistency, whilst enabling regional autonomy for education service delivery.
• Integration & Delivery: Providing education support directly to education settings via integrated regional and national services. This includes intervening when necessary to ensure a high standard of operation to support student outcomes and owning key stakeholder relationships to support schooling improvement and stronger outcomes for learners.
• Monitoring & Improvement: Monitoring and advising on improvements to the effectiveness, efficiency and equity of services for achievement and progression, and attendance and participation. This includes monitoring education provider performance against regulations and intervening as required.

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 Kerry McBride Service Manager Tararua at Kerry.mcbride@education.govt.nz  

Applications close Midnight – Monday, 26 October 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.