Job Description

Fixed term opportunity: Whānau Learning Specialist, Whānau Learning Team

He angitūtanga: The opportunity:

We have an excellent one-year fixed term opportunity for the Whānau Learning Specialist role within the Whānau Learning team, based in the Central City. This position is designed to cover parental leave and will run from 20 April 2026 to 25 May 2027. It is a full-time role, offering 40 hours of engaging work each week!

The selected candidate will play a crucial role in establishing and nurturing effective relationships with community libraries, serving as an expert advisor and supporter of the local delivery of regional literacy and learning initiatives.

Collaborative efforts with the two other Whānau Learning Specialists and relevant teams are essential to align activities, share insights, and develop a cohesive programme to increase participation in lifelong learning programmes at Auckland Council Libraries.

He kōrero mōu: About you:

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• experience in the implementation of learning and literacy support programmes for intergenerational engagement.
• proficiency in establishing and cultivating robust relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and community organisations.
• strategic thinking capability, adhering to best practices in pedagogy and adult learning theory.
• a creative, collaborative, and effective working style that promotes teamwork.
• outstanding verbal and written communication skills to convey information to diverse audiences.
• an analytical mindset with a focus on data and insights to drive continuous improvements.
• a strong passion for learning and literacy within the public library context.
• well-developed self-awareness and a growth-oriented mindset.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

We offer a welcoming and supportive team, and a community that values the library as a welcoming community space. Here you’ll have an opportunity to grow your career within the Auckland Libraries team and Auckland Council.

You will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

Additionally, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts including:

• Option to buy an additional week’s annual leave
• Four weeks annual leave, plus an additional week after five years
• Additional day of leave for community activities
• Discounts on attractions such as the Maritime Museum, Auckland Zoo & Auckland Art Gallery
• Discounted Health & Life Insurance Policies
• Flexible and supportive work environment
• 3% KiwiSaver on top of your salary

As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits

This is a Band G full-time role, we expect to appoint the successful applicant at a salary of between $88-$104K depending on skills & experience.

The application deadline is 11.59 pm 18th March 2026.

For more details about the position, please see the Position Description:

- Whānau Learning Specialist.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

Employees in receipt of salary protection and/or on the predecessor Council terms and conditions of employment, please note that the salary protection and/or predecessor Council terms and conditions, including relocation, apply to your current position. Should you change to a new position (other than any secondment) you will be issued with a new employment letter of offer with current Auckland Council terms and conditions.