Attendance and Engagement Mentor (AEM)

Taranaki
📍 New Plymouth, Taranaki, New-Zealand 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted March 02, 2026

Job Description

Are you a passionate and empathetic leader committed to improving student outcomes? New Plymouth Boys' High School is seeking a dedicated individual to join our Pastoral Care team as an Attendance and Engagement Mentor (AEM).

This vital position is focused on working directly with chronically absent students and their whanau to foster improved attendance, engagement, and success. You will be instrumental in building strong, restorative relationships and ensuring every student has the support they need to thrive.

Permanent, part-time position. 31 weeks in term time only.

Key Responsibilities

  • Working directly with chronically absent students and providing one‑on‑one mentoring
  • Conducting home visits and regular check‑ins with whanau
  • Organising and attending meetings with whanau, students, and deans
  • Managing issues related to daily absenteeism
  • Making appropriate referrals and participating in regular hui ...

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Job Details

  • Location New Plymouth, Taranaki
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Management & Leadership
  • Posted Date March 02, 2026
  • Application Deadline April 11, 2026