Student Support Assistant (6 Hours Pw)

Our small, welcoming Gisborne Campus is seeking to appoint a Student Support Assistant on a part-time (six hours per week), fixed-term basis until December 2024.  This role involves working with and supporting primary aged students (Year 3-6) in our well-resourced learning centre. Specific hours and day(s) will be agreed by mutual arrangement. While induction will be provided, the following experience and skills are essential: Recent experience working with young people, particularly those at a similar age range.Experience supporting young people with learning challenges.Experience applying effective strategies and opportunities for learning. An understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and of different learning methods. A good level of digital competency.Ability to cater for a student's varying needs, including implementation of strategies to support development of communication and learning.Excellent relationship building and communication skills.Patience, resilience, adaptability and empathy. Unfortunately, applications from abroad cannot currently be considered. For further information, please contact Iain Longden on ******  Closing: Monday, 22 April 2024 (unless an appointment is made sooner)