jobs in Auckland|Practice Manager Education and Training,Experience as a leader amongst educational professionals, with a focus on education service design, development, management
Practice Manager Education and Training
Location Auckland City, Auckland
Type Full time, Permanent
Reference APA/1453149Are you an experienced education leader with a passion for improving outcomes for vulnerable learners?
About us | Mo matou
Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us by Iwi and conveys the responsibility we have to support and guide those in our care to reach their potential. Our strategy, Hokai Rangi (https://arapoutama.page.link/Eit5), provides a clear direction of travel - one that builds on the good things that are already happening, and, most importantly, how we can innovate to find new ways of doing things to achieve better outcomes for Maori, whanau and communities.
About the role | Mo te tunga
This role, based in the Northern Region, seeks to further enhance the Department's suite of prison-based education and training services to more effectively realise the educational, employment, and rehabilitative outcomes associated with quality education, which we know can support reduced reoffending.
The Practice Manager Education and Training will provide the Northern Region with the strategic leadership, subject matter expertise, and frontline best-practice advice to improve the overall quality and effectiveness of prison-based education services.
The Practice Manager Education and Training will be actively responsible for leading the development and implementation of education improvement strategies and will work closely regional operational performance teams to help drive regional service performance.
About you | Mou
We are interested in candidates who possess the following:
Experience as a leader amongst educational professionals, with a focus on education service design, development, management, and the implementation of excellent practice.
Experience in successfully designing and implementing educational improvement strategies across an organisation resulting in improved educational outcomes.
A strong understanding of the New Zealand tertiary education sector and the New Zealand Qualifications Framework.
Both a theoretical and practical understanding of what works for adult learning, particularly for those who may have disengaged from education at an early age.
An understanding of how education and training can support improved employment outcomes, ensuring that learners can acquire those skills most demanded by employers.
Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence vertically and horizontality across the business and the ability to credibility engage with the senior management of external education service providers.
A strong, evidence-based understanding as to what works for Maori within education and training, and how culturally responsive pedagogy is crucial for improved engagement and achievement.
This is a great opportunity to be part of a forward thinking organisation, surrounded by others who are passionate about making a difference. Professional development, learning from peers and progression pathways are all on offer at Ara Poutama.
So, if you are an education professional who wants to help us change lives and shape futures, then we would love to hear from you.
t is an exciting time and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whanau.
For reporting and transparency, it is important that all applications are submitted through our careers site. If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at [email protected]
Location Auckland City, Auckland
Type Full time, Permanent
Reference APA/1453149Are you an experienced education leader with a passion for improving outcomes for vulnerable learners?
About us | Mo matou
Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us by Iwi and conveys the responsibility we have to support and guide those in our care to reach their potential. Our strategy, Hokai Rangi (https://arapoutama.page.link/Eit5), provides a clear direction of travel - one that builds on the good things that are already happening, and, most importantly, how we can innovate to find new ways of doing things to achieve better outcomes for Maori, whanau and communities.
About the role | Mo te tunga
This role, based in the Northern Region, seeks to further enhance the Department's suite of prison-based education and training services to more effectively realise the educational, employment, and rehabilitative outcomes associated with quality education, which we know can support reduced reoffending.
The Practice Manager Education and Training will provide the Northern Region with the strategic leadership, subject matter expertise, and frontline best-practice advice to improve the overall quality and effectiveness of prison-based education services.
The Practice Manager Education and Training will be actively responsible for leading the development and implementation of education improvement strategies and will work closely regional operational performance teams to help drive regional service performance.
About you | Mou
We are interested in candidates who possess the following:
Experience as a leader amongst educational professionals, with a focus on education service design, development, management, and the implementation of excellent practice.
Experience in successfully designing and implementing educational improvement strategies across an organisation resulting in improved educational outcomes.
A strong understanding of the New Zealand tertiary education sector and the New Zealand Qualifications Framework.
Both a theoretical and practical understanding of what works for adult learning, particularly for those who may have disengaged from education at an early age.
An understanding of how education and training can support improved employment outcomes, ensuring that learners can acquire those skills most demanded by employers.
Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence vertically and horizontality across the business and the ability to credibility engage with the senior management of external education service providers.
A strong, evidence-based understanding as to what works for Maori within education and training, and how culturally responsive pedagogy is crucial for improved engagement and achievement.
This is a great opportunity to be part of a forward thinking organisation, surrounded by others who are passionate about making a difference. Professional development, learning from peers and progression pathways are all on offer at Ara Poutama.
So, if you are an education professional who wants to help us change lives and shape futures, then we would love to hear from you.
t is an exciting time and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whanau.
For reporting and transparency, it is important that all applications are submitted through our careers site. If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at [email protected]
