Patrick McEntyre
Lincoln,Lincoln
Summary
I have had extensive experience working with in the education sector at senior operational delivery level and also hands on in the field. Throughout my career I have gained a reputation for being able to quickly grasp new concepts, mitigate risk and develop strategies to enhance both the delivery of service and to meet the needs of clients. I have successfully linked everyday activities back to the strategic initiatives of the organisation ensuring the delivery of quality services while retaining a focus on value for money. I am an engaging and adaptive communicator with a talent for setting a clear vision and motivating others to join the journey. I have built a reputation of honesty and integrity to instil trust and develop credibility with key stakeholders, senior management and peers.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychologist/Guidance Counsellor
Darfield and Saint Thomas of Canterbury High Schools
05.2021 - Current
- Enhanced wellbeing and pastoral support initiatives across the school, promoting a positive school culture.
- Provided counselling support to students, staff, and parents, fostering a supportive school environment.
- Collaborated with Pastoral Care Team to address and meet diverse student needs effectively.
Service Manager/Psychologist
Ministry of Education
, Canterbury
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Manage and lead a team of 13 staff
- Developed and implemented service strategies based on identified needs.
- Identified service needs through data analysis and stakeholder feedback.
- Maintained relationships with Ministry and stakeholders to enhance service delivery.
- Provided responsive learning support services.
- Implementing regional and national strategies
- Working with other providers in the provision of co-ordinated services
- Actively participated in the district management team.
Manager Learning Support/Psychologist
Ministry of Education
Nelson, West Coast
02.2017 - 08.2018
- Identified key areas to enhance educational outcomes for students with significant learning challenges, contributing to targeted support strategies.
- Ensured accountability for results in special education services region-wide, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Managed budget allocations for educational initiatives and resource distribution.
- Evaluated effectiveness through surveys and feedback from participants.
- Reviewed and assessed staff performance regularly while addressing any identified issues promptly.
- Implemented customer service standards rigorously and handled customer issues to ensure quality service.
- Coached, mentored, and trained team members to enhance job performance, building a more effective support team.
District Manager/Psychologist, Special Education
Ministry of Education
Nelson, West Coast
05.2010 - 01.2017
- Led and developed a team of 45 staff to support special education initiatives.
- Identified key areas for improving educational outcomes for students with significant learning barriers.
- Held accountable for results and outputs for special education provision throughout the district.
- Manage the delegated District budget
- Oversaw personnel matters for the district, including recruitment, hiring, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions.
- During 2010/2011 I was seconded (June to December) as Manager of the Education Welfare Response (psychosocial) following the Canterbury Earthquakes.
District Manager, Special Education; and Curriculum and Performance and Early Childhood Education
Ministry of Education
Nelson, West Coast
04.2013 - 01.2014
- Lift the quality of education, curriculum and performance across schools
- Leadership, planning, management and quality assurance of ECE work programme
- Implemented consistent national, outcome-based standards for service delivery, enabling flexible and responsive local service provision
- Collaborated with regional team to develop and implement responsive local solutions for national services
- Managed local contributions to enhance Maori achievement
Service Manager/Psychologist, Special Education
Ministry of Education
Nelson, West Coast
07.2007 - 05.2010
- Manage and develop a diverse team of 18 staff and negotiate and manage delegated team budget
- Provided special education services to students with diverse needs, fostering an inclusive environment.
- Contributed to developing and implementing educational services for improved student engagement.
- Identified service needs and reported outcomes to drive program adjustments.
- Developed and maintained relationships with Ministry and stakeholders to enhance service delivery.
- Participated actively in district management team meetings to support strategic planning.
- Building capability of Māori and non-Māori staff and enhancing educational outcomes for Maori through effective service.
Psychologist, Special Education
Ministry of Education
Nelson, West Coast
01.2004 - 07.2007
- Provided specialist psychological services to children, young people, families/whanau, educational providers, and other agencies to enhance well-being and support development.
- Conducted specialist assessments and direct interventions, contributed to multi-disciplinary interventions and learning programmes, and developed training resources for educators and parents to improve educational outcomes.
- Conducted psychological assessments for students in educational settings.
- Developed intervention plans to support student mental health and well-being.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students needing additional support.
Head of Student Support Faculty/Teacher
Garin College
Nelson, Nelson
01.2001 - 12.2002
- Led the development and implementation of the College Pastoral Care and Student Management systems, and the ongoing leadership and management of the Student Support Faculty
- Management of the Student Support team of six
- Held Assistant Principal responsibilities and was a member of the senior management team.
- (Nelson)
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Educational Psychology -
Massey University
01.2004
Master in Educational Psychology (Hons) -
Massey University
01.2002
Bachelor of Education -
Massey University
01.1997
Diploma in Teaching -
Department of Education
Dunedin01.1984
Trained Teachers Diploma -
Dunedin Teachers College
01.1980
Skills
- Strategy
- Operational management
- Leadership
- Risk and crisis management
- Change management
- Relationship management
- Negotiation and facilitation
- Educational intervention
- Collaborative problem-solving
References
available on request
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Photography
- Travel
Key Career Highlights
- Manager Learning Support (Nelson Marlborough West Coast – NMW), 02/01/17
- District Manager (NMW, Special Education), 05/01/10 to 01/31/17
- Secondment to the Christchurch Earthquake Response Team, 2010 and 2011
- Led the Ministry’s psycho social response following the Pike River Disaster, 2010
- Presented a paper at Australasian Child Trauma Conference, Gold Coast, 07/01/12
- Published article in the New Zealand Psych Society Journal, 2012
- Presented papers at NZ Psych Society Conference, 2004 and 2011
- Completed MEdPsych (Hons) and PGDipEdPsych
- Working as an Instructor at Cobham Outward Bound School
Timeline
Psychologist/Guidance Counsellor
Darfield and Saint Thomas of Canterbury High Schools
05.2021 - Current
Service Manager/Psychologist
Ministry of Education
08.2018 - 05.2021
Manager Learning Support/Psychologist
Ministry of Education
02.2017 - 08.2018
District Manager, Special Education; and Curriculum and Performance and Early Childhood Education
Ministry of Education
04.2013 - 01.2014
District Manager/Psychologist, Special Education
Ministry of Education
05.2010 - 01.2017
Service Manager/Psychologist, Special Education
Ministry of Education
07.2007 - 05.2010
Psychologist, Special Education
Ministry of Education
01.2004 - 07.2007
Head of Student Support Faculty/Teacher
Garin College
01.2001 - 12.2002
Post Graduate Diploma in Educational Psychology -
Massey University
Master in Educational Psychology (Hons) -
Massey University
Bachelor of Education -
Massey University
Diploma in Teaching -
Department of Education
Trained Teachers Diploma -
Dunedin Teachers College