Teacher Aide

Whanganui Girls’ College is looking for a Teacher Aide to directly support a lovely young lady who is coming to us in a wheelchair with specific health needs. 
The successful candidate will:
  • Provide direct support for the specific health needs of the student in order to enhance the student’s ability to integrate, improve, be independent, and participate at WGC.
  • Be responsible for a range of physical care and personal care to ensure the students’ dignity is maintained.
  • Have precision in providing care and safe handling so the candidate will need to be physically fit and capable.

  • A genuine interest in the well-being and educational advancement of teenage girls.

  • An open, warm and caring manner with the ability to display empathy in dealing with a wide range of students and adults.

  • Ability to work as part of a team. 

Fixed term, (This position is directly associated with the student’s ongoing attendance at WGC) 30 hours a week, term time only – starting 29 January 2024. Pay Grade: B/C, Teacher Aide, Step 04.
Please send covering letter and CV to [email protected]
Closing Date: Thursday 7th December, 12 pm, 2023