Learning Facilitator - Skills for Learning
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role
We are seeking a fixed term (8 February 2027 to 3 December 2027), part-time Learning Facilitator (28 hours per week, term time only) based in Hawke's Bay.
The Learning Facilitator supports students enrolled in the Skills for Learning and Working (Supported Learners) programme by providing guidance, encouragement, and practical assistance to help learners achieve their educational goals. Working closely with academic staff, this role contributes to creating an inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment that promotes learner success, participation, and wellbeing.
The appointing salary for this role will be between $54,608 and $59,458, (pro-rated to FTE) dependent on skills and experience.
The Learning Facilitator is based in our School of Health and Sport Science and reports to the Assistant Head of School and will be responsible for:
- Providing learning support and mentoring to students with diverse learning needs.
- Supporting student engagement, participation, and achievement within the programme.
- Assisting teaching staff with classroom and learning activities.
- Monitoring student progress and contributing to positive learner outcomes.
- Liaising with support services and assisting students to access appropriate resources when required.
He kōrero mōu | About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Experience supporting people with diverse learning needs.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- An understanding of inclusive learning practices and learner wellbeing.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while building positive relationships with learners and staff.
- A commitment to supporting student success and achievement.
As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not. We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the advert, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter. For more information, please view the Position Description below.
Mō Mātou | About us
EIT is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campuses in Tairāwhiti (Gisborne), Hawke’s Bay, and Auckland, and learning centres throughout the region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to delivering services that meet the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as iwi aspirations.
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
Applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will undergo pre-employment checks, including a New Zealand Police vet as this role is identified as a children’s worker.
If this exciting and rewarding role sounds like your next career move, we encourage you to apply. Submit your CV and cover letter with your online application. For questions, contact peopleandculture@eit.ac.nz.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
