Advisor - Tauira Support

Permanent, full time position (37.5 hours per week), based in Porirua,Wellington.Free health and lifeinsurance, generous leave provisions plus additional leave based on length ofservice, free car parking.A whanau-friendly workplace withwork-from-options for roles that can be carried out remotely.About usTe Wanangao Aotearoa (TWoA) is New Zealand's second largest tertiary institution, andwe've been providing transformational education opportunities to New Zealandersfor over 35 years. Our vision of 'Whanau transformation througheducation' drives our commitment to being at the forefront of tertiaryeducation underpinned by Maori culture and values.Ko nga uara(our values) are woven throughout the actions we take to achieve great outcomesfor our tauira (students) and kaimahi (employees):Te Aroha: Having regard for one another and those for whom weare responsible and to whom we are accountable.Te Whakapono: The basis of our beliefs and the confidence thatwhat we are doing is right.Nga Ture: The knowledge that our actions are morally andethically right and that we are acting in an honourable manner.Kotahitanga: Unity amongst iwi and other ethnicities; standingas one.About the roleAs our Advisor – Tauira Support, your primary responsibility is toprovide professional support services tailored to meet the individual needs ofour tauira. You will work closely with tauira, addressing various challengesthey may encounter and guiding them towards successful outcomes.As a pillar of support, addressing a wide range of issues that ourtauira may face, including academic challenges, attendance issues, careerguidance, enrolment procedures and more. You will actively engage inproblem-solving and barrier removal to foster an environment conducive tolearning and growth. You will also communicate with fellow advisors and kaimahito ensure a cohesive approach to supporting our tauira and achieving positiveoutcomes.About youYou will bring with you the following:A bachelor's degree in a field relevant to education, psychology orsociology.Full New Zealand drivers license.2+ years' experience in an education or social services type role.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Proven ability to coach, mentor and build relationships with people atall levels.Intermediate user knowledge of Microsoft Suite applications.A position description can be downloaded from the TWoA Careers website (click APPLY to go there). For any other queries, email ****** this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.Explore job and salary trends, in-demand skills and role reviews.#J-18808-Ljbffr