Academic Inclusion Assistant

• Do you have strong listening skills and the ability to accurately capture information?
• Are you committed to equity, inclusion, accessibility and positive student outcomes?
• Have you previously worked in a role that involved supporting others in an education, community, disability, or customer service environment?

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently seeking motivated and reliable Kaiāwhina Matahuhua - Academic Inclusion Assistants to join Te Amaru - Disability Services on a casual basis for the 2027 academic year.

Kaiāwhina Matahuhua - Academic Inclusion Assistants play an important role in supporting disabled students to participate fully in university life and demonstrate their academic ability. Working alongside students and Te Amaru staff, Kaiāwhina Matahuhua - Academic Inclusion Assistants provide practical support that promotes equitable access to learning and assessment.

Work may include accessible assessment support, note-taking, academic assistance, and other disability related academic support activities across the Kelburn, Pipitea, and Te Aro campuses.

Key responsibilities:

• Accessible Assessment Support: Assist students during tests and examinations by reading assessment materials, typing or recording dictated responses, providing approved assessment support, and helping ensure academic integrity requirements are upheld.
• Notetaking: Produce clear, accurate and comprehensive lecture or tutorial notes and upload them securely for student access.
• Academic Assistance: Support students with academic tasks such as accessing course materials, laboratory participation, research activities, or locating study resources, within approved support arrangements.
• Communication and Collaboration: Work closely with students, academic staff, Academic Inclusion Coordinator, Senior Academic Inclusion Assistant, and fellow Academic Inclusion Assistants to provide high quality, student-centred support.
• Student Wellbeing and Safety: Contribute to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment by maintaining professional boundaries, confidentiality and responding appropriately to wellbeing concerns.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

You will have:

• Current enrolment in an undergraduate or postgraduate programme at Te Herenga Waka, Victoria University of Wellington with a B grade average or above.
• Excellent typing skills, with a typing speed of at least 70 words per minute.
• Strong listening skills and the ability to accurately capture information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism and appropriate boundaries.
• A calm and professional approach in sometimes challenging situations.
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office applications.
• Confidence with learning and troubleshooting minor technology issues.
• A laptop and reliable internet connection.
• The ability to work across Kelburn, Pipitea and Te Aro campuses as required.
• A commitment to equity, inclusion, accessibility and positive student outcomes.
• Commitment to the application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in an educational context.

Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary details.

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Close Date for Vacancy: 16 October 2026.

Contact Details for Vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Amanda Shrapnell, (04 463 0061, amanda.shrapnell@vuw.ac.nz).

How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.

We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa.

Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team

Working as an Academic Inclusion Assistant is a meaningful opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of disabled students while gaining valuable professional experience.

We offer:

• Flexible casual work that can fit around study, employment and other commitments.
• Control over the number of support assignments you accept, with a minimum commitment of approximately two hours per week.
• Competitive pay of $31.50 per hour, plus 8% holiday pay.
• Comprehensive training, supervision and ongoing support.
• Experience working in an inclusive, student-focused environment.
• Opportunities to develop communication, professionalism, problem solving and organisational skills.
• Valuable experience that can strengthen future employment and postgraduate applications.
• The opportunity to contribute to equity, accessibility and student success at Te Herenga Waka.

People enjoy working with Te Amaru because they can see the direct impact their work has on students' educational experiences and outcomes. Our team is collaborative, supportive and committed to creating an inclusive university where all students can thrive.

You can learn more about our service here: www.wgtn.ac.nz/disability

Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here.

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