Alternative Education Support Tutor
| Company | YMCA |
| Location | New Plymouth, Taranaki |
| Pay & Benefits | Staff discounts, Free gym membership, wellness day |
| Listed | Thu 5 Nov, 10:52 am |
| Type | Part time, Permanent |
Youth Education Support Tutor – Alternative Education
YMCA Taranaki | Rangiatea, Spotswood, New Plymouth
30 hours per week | Term Time Only
Start date: 25th January 2027
Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes?
YMCA Taranaki is seeking a motivated and caring Support Tutor to join our Alternative Education Programme team. Working alongside our Lead Tutor, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day delivery of the programme while helping create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment for rangatahi.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong relationships with young people and wants to make a meaningful impact in their lives.
About the Role
As the Support Tutor, you will work closely with the Lead Tutor to support all aspects of programme delivery, student engagement, and pastoral care. You will assist with learning activities, support student wellbeing, help manage classroom dynamics, and contribute to creating a positive and inclusive environment where young people can thrive.
This role combines hands-on support, mentoring, and facilitation, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working alongside young people and being part of a collaborative team.
In this role, you will:
- Support the Lead Tutor in delivering a structured, engaging and inclusive learning programme that meets the individual needs of learners.
- Build positive and trusting relationships with young people, fostering confidence, resilience and self-belief.
- Provide day-to-day pastoral care and support learners to overcome barriers affecting their attendance, engagement and wellbeing.
- Assist with facilitating literacy, numeracy, personal development and project-based learning activities.
- Support classroom routines, learning activities and behavioural expectations, helping to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
- Encourage participation, celebrate achievements and help young people set and work towards personal and educational goals.
- Work alongside learners, whanau, enrolling schools and support services to contribute to collaborative plans and positive outcomes.
- Support attendance monitoring, learner follow-up and transition planning for future education, training or employment opportunities.
- Assist with maintaining learner records, documentation and programme administration.
- Participate in community-based, recreational and experiential learning activities that support programme outcomes.
- Follow health and safety requirements and contribute to a culture of care and wellbeing.
About You
You are a positive, empathetic and adaptable person who enjoys working with young people and helping them succeed. You understand that every learner's journey is different and can build respectful relationships that support growth, participation and achievement.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with young people, particularly those who may face educational, social, or personal challenges.
- Is passionate about supporting youth development and helping young people succeed.
- Demonstrates strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Is approachable, empathetic, and able to establish trust with rangatahi.
- Can remain calm, patient, and professional in challenging situations.
- Enjoys working as part of a team while also showing initiative when required.
- Has good organisational and administrative skills.
- Understands the importance of cultural responsiveness and working respectfully with diverse communities.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- Experience in Youth Work, Education, Social Services, Community Development, Sport and Recreation, or a related field (or relevant experience).
- Experience supporting young people in educational, community, recreation, or youth development settings.
- Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
- Full New Zealand Driver Licence.
What We Offer
- An opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Meaningful and rewarding work that contributes to positive outcomes for rangatahi and their whanau.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- School holiday periods off as this is a term-time only position.
- First Aid certification
- Staff discounts on childcare, holiday programmes, birthday parties, and more
- Free YMCA Fitness Centre membership
- An annual Wellness Day
- Free onsite parking
How to Apply
If you're passionate about supporting young people and enjoy a varied role where you can make a genuine impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Please email your cover letter and CV to apply.
Applications will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
YMCA Taranaki | Rangiatea, Spotswood, New Plymouth
30 hours per week | Term Time Only
Start date: 25th January 2027
Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes?
YMCA Taranaki is seeking a motivated and caring Support Tutor to join our Alternative Education Programme team. Working alongside our Lead Tutor, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day delivery of the programme while helping create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment for rangatahi.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong relationships with young people and wants to make a meaningful impact in their lives.
About the Role
As the Support Tutor, you will work closely with the Lead Tutor to support all aspects of programme delivery, student engagement, and pastoral care. You will assist with learning activities, support student wellbeing, help manage classroom dynamics, and contribute to creating a positive and inclusive environment where young people can thrive.
This role combines hands-on support, mentoring, and facilitation, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working alongside young people and being part of a collaborative team.
In this role, you will:
- Support the Lead Tutor in delivering a structured, engaging and inclusive learning programme that meets the individual needs of learners.
- Build positive and trusting relationships with young people, fostering confidence, resilience and self-belief.
- Provide day-to-day pastoral care and support learners to overcome barriers affecting their attendance, engagement and wellbeing.
- Assist with facilitating literacy, numeracy, personal development and project-based learning activities.
- Support classroom routines, learning activities and behavioural expectations, helping to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
- Encourage participation, celebrate achievements and help young people set and work towards personal and educational goals.
- Work alongside learners, whanau, enrolling schools and support services to contribute to collaborative plans and positive outcomes.
- Support attendance monitoring, learner follow-up and transition planning for future education, training or employment opportunities.
- Assist with maintaining learner records, documentation and programme administration.
- Participate in community-based, recreational and experiential learning activities that support programme outcomes.
- Follow health and safety requirements and contribute to a culture of care and wellbeing.
About You
You are a positive, empathetic and adaptable person who enjoys working with young people and helping them succeed. You understand that every learner's journey is different and can build respectful relationships that support growth, participation and achievement.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with young people, particularly those who may face educational, social, or personal challenges.
- Is passionate about supporting youth development and helping young people succeed.
- Demonstrates strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Is approachable, empathetic, and able to establish trust with rangatahi.
- Can remain calm, patient, and professional in challenging situations.
- Enjoys working as part of a team while also showing initiative when required.
- Has good organisational and administrative skills.
- Understands the importance of cultural responsiveness and working respectfully with diverse communities.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- Experience in Youth Work, Education, Social Services, Community Development, Sport and Recreation, or a related field (or relevant experience).
- Experience supporting young people in educational, community, recreation, or youth development settings.
- Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
- Full New Zealand Driver Licence.
What We Offer
- An opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Meaningful and rewarding work that contributes to positive outcomes for rangatahi and their whanau.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- School holiday periods off as this is a term-time only position.
- First Aid certification
- Staff discounts on childcare, holiday programmes, birthday parties, and more
- Free YMCA Fitness Centre membership
- An annual Wellness Day
- Free onsite parking
How to Apply
If you're passionate about supporting young people and enjoy a varied role where you can make a genuine impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Please email your cover letter and CV to apply.
Applications will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
