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Career development – Year 7 and 8

Learn how teaching career management competencies helps Year 7 and 8 students manage their life, learning and work, and assists them with decisions at key transition points. Find out how all teachers can contribute to career development through a school-wide approach.

Pest Control Technician | Kaihangarau Patu Orotā

Job

Pest control technicians identify and remove pests, such as insects, rats and mice, from buildings and properties. 

Ship's Officer | Āpiha Kaipuke

Job

Ship's officers navigate and control the safe operation of a ship and supervise and co-ordinate the activities of deck crew.

Wood Processing Worker | Kaimahi Kani Rākau

Job

Wood processing workers set up and use woodworking machinery to cut logs into timber for building, furniture and other products.

Maitre d’Hotel | Kaiwhakarite Hōtera

Job

Maitres d'hotel oversee the service of food and beverages to guests in restaurants and other eating places. They also check reservations, greet guests and supervise the waiting staff.

Kitchenhand | Ringawera

Job

Kitchenhands wash dishes and clean the kitchen and serving areas in eating places. They may also help kitchen staff prepare food.

Editor | Ētita/Kaiwhakatika

Job

Editors plan, commission, evaluate, select, edit and organise material for publication online or in books, magazines, and newspapers. They may also manage editorial staff.

How to motivate your young person to find a job they’ll love

Continuing our Q & A series – answering questions from parents about their young person's work and learning choices.