Student Assistant: Youth Programmes

Hāpaitia te ara tika pūmau ai te rangatiratanga mō ngā uri whakatipu - Foster the pathway of knowledge to strength, independence and growth for future generations  

Join our team this summer and inspire young readers.  Over one thousand children, aged 0-18, take part in our annual Kia Kaha te Pānui reading challenge.  Our Student Assistants will be a vital part of these children’s reading journeys this summer.    

Te Tūranga | About the role   

As a Student Assistant you will:  

• Have Engaging Conversations: Actively listen to children as they share their thoughts about the books they have read, encouraging their enthusiasm for reading. Your ability to engage in meaningful and enjoyable conversations will foster their love of reading.  

• Run Activities: Facilitate and lead pre-planned activities that complement their reading experience.  

• Encourage and Support: Provide positive reinforcement and support to children as they navigate their reading journeys. Your kindness and enthusiasm will help to create a fun, safe and welcoming environment for even the most reluctant reader.  

• Collaborate: Work closely with our team to ensure the wider challenge runs smoothly and data is well managed.  

Ngā Pukenga | What you'll need to succeed  

• Minimum of NCEA L2   

• Team player with well-developed communication skills  

• Drivers license with reliable transport  

• A patient, friendly, and encouraging demeanour  

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team  

• Ability to self-manage and show initiative in busy environments  

It is not necessary to have formal work experience to apply for these positions, but you may want to illustrate your experience with:  

Working with children  

Club/team activities  

Any extra responsibilities you have held at school, university or through volunteer organisations  

Te Tukanga | How to apply  

There are 4 positions available –   

Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga Library, Tuesday to Saturday, 16 hours per week  

Te Ao Mārama – Pāpāmoa Library, Tuesday to Saturday, 16 hours per week  

Te Ao Mārama – Greerton Library, Tuesday to Saturday, 16 hours per week  

Te Ao Mārama – Mount Maunganui Library, Tuesday to Saturday, 16 hours per week  

When submitting your application, please note the locations you would be willing to work at, ranking your preference.  

The positions start on the 8th of December and finish on the 31st of January with a mandatory leave period of the 25th of December to the 2nd of January.  No additional annual leave will be approved outside of the shutdown period.    

Join us in making reading fun and accessible for all children!  

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the lives of our youngest residents of Tauranga Moana, we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Anna Hodson at anna.hodson@tauranga.govt.nz  

Please note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please click 'Apply' at the bottom of this page and follow the link.