About HLC/LTTM

Who are We?

HLC is a Lower North Island-based, NZQA accredited, private training establishment (PTE) offering a wide spectrum of education and employment programmes to prepare people for the modern workplace.

Working within our mission statement; 'to provide quality programmes leading to higher learning and employment’. We offer learners the opportunity to build their confidence and credentials for employment and further study, enabling the development of practical employment skills while building a record of learning achievement through NZ certificate qualifications.

  • Our various campuses are situated in Levin, Paraparaumu and Palmerston North.

  • We are quality assured by NZQA

  • At Horowhenua Learning Centre/Life to the Max we are committed to the principles of the Privacy Act 2020. To see more click here.

Life to the Max is a Youth Services team, made up of Youth Coaches and Social Workers who support young people to realise their full potential and help create opportunities for their futures.

To learn about our Trust Board, click below!

Te Aronga | Vision

Ka whanake ake te hunga me te huringa o nga oranga  

Working together. Developing people. Transforming Lives

Te Mahinga | Mission

Ka hangangia e tā tōu ngā tāngata matū, ara, ma te ara mahitahi me te nohotahi ngā ratonga me ngā mahi ngungu ka piki ngā pūkenga, matauranga me te māia kia pai ake ngā whainga o te oranga.

Together we build the capability of our people through the provision of integrated services and quality learning programmes to develop skills, knowledge, and confidence leading to successful life outcomes.

 Nga Ūaratanga/The Values

Kua whakatō mai ngā ahua whakahaere me te ahua whakarata tātōu ia tātōu.

These values are embedded in our behaviour and how we engage with one another.

Manaakitanga / Caring

He roopu kaha manaaki tangata me te whakaū ki te ngakau o te tangata. He wāhi mahana me te kawe kia tika te whakahaere tangata a Te Whare Rapuara o Horowhenua.

At HLC/LTTM we are welcoming and warm, responsive professional, affirming and respectful of all people and their whanau.

Kotahitanga / Unity

Ko te whakahau a Te Whare Rapuara o Horowhenua kia kaha rata ngā kaimahi rātōu kia rātōu.

At HLC/LTTM teamwork is paramount building trust by doing what we say we are going to do.

Whanaungatanga / Strong Relationships

Ka mahi tahi tātōu i roto i te ahua wānanga kia tautoko ake hei painga mo te iwi, hāpori hoki.

Working together to make decisions and act in ways that support the betterment of all people and their whanau.

Tino Rangatiratanga / Self Determination

He kaha no mātōu ki te waihanga he ara kia tupu te rahi o ngā kaiarahi kia piki ake te tō rātōu tino rangatiratanga.

Creating leadership among all people that leads to wise self-determination about their present and future direction.

Whakapono / Integrity

Ko te ahua whakahaere o Te Whare Rapuara o Horowhenua ka ngana ai ngā kaimahi ki te ū, me te pupuru ki te tika me te pono o rātōu mahi katoa.

At HLC/LTTM we show integrity by acting in ways that are fair, honest, ethical and just.

Pukengatanga / Achievement

Ka kaha tautoko ai e mātōu ki ngā mahinga pai me te ahua kokiri atu i ngā paetae kua tutuki.

We support and encourage positive achievement. This achievement is acknowledged and celebrated.

Meet our Team

At HLC/LTTM we have a dedicated team that works holistically with each learner. Our team has a wide range of skills and experience. We work together to help our learners achieve their goals and aspirations.

Patrick Rennell - Chief Executive

Patrick Rennell
Chief Executive Officer
(CEO)

Barry Judd - Operations Manager

Jo Robinson
Employment Programmes
Manager

Sarah McRae
Culture and Operations Manager

Vicki-Lee Tyacke
Education
Manager

Sarah Rutter-Smith
Marketing & Promotions Manager

Delphi Winters
Social Services
Manager


Education Services

Tracey Haley
Student Support Advisor

Manu Miller
Building & Trades Tutor

Vicki Pettitt
Horticulture Tutor

Sahil Hussein
Cookery Tutor

Waiora Herewini
Hospitality Tutor

Doreen Aldrich
Hospitality Tutor

Sarah Hindmarsh
Life Skills Tutor

Maddie Jones
Foundation Skills Tutor

Soana Nielsen
Health & Wellbeing Tutor


Employment Programmes

Devon Easton
Employment Consultant
Levin

Renae Rider
Employment Consultant
Palmerston North

Terry Hansen
Driving Instructor
Levin

Eleanor Somerset
Employment Consultant
Ōtaki/Levin

Sandra Rowland
Employment Consultant
Levin

Willy Tupara
Driving Instructor
Levin

Tessa Feomaia
Tupu Programme
Levin

Theresa Williams
Employment Consultant
Palmerston North

Sarah McKenzie
Employment Consultant
Palmerston North

Samantha Spencer
Employment Consultant
Levin

Louise Why
Employment Consultant
Kāpiti

Toni Sinclair
Employment Consultant
Wairarapa


Social Services

Aidan De Vocht
Team Leader Youth Services

Graham Wright
Youth Mentor

Georgia Braun
Attendance Mentor

Reo Daniela
Youth Coordinator/Mentor

Sarah Knight
Youth Coordinator - College Team (Waiopehu)

Lyn Cooper
Team Leader Social Services

Quintin Moeke
Attendance Mentor

Keira Sewell
Youth Coordinator - College Team (Manawatu)

Bex Sherning
Transition Support Worker

Laura Bignell-Tupara
Youth Mentor

Alana Singer
Attendance Coordinator

Ta’lia Tuitama
Youth Coordinator

Stacey Grover
Youth Coordinator - College Team (Horowhenua)

Rochelle Beaumont
Attendance Coordinator


Administration & Support Services

Catrina Lander
Property manager

Ruth Leitupo
Administration Officer

Kirsty Kiri
Administration Officer

Donna O’Reilly
HR Officer

Georgia Robinson
Administration Officer

Yasmine Gocht
Administration Officer

Mariae Royal
Assistant Accountant

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Karen Mayman
Administration Officer

Jodie Nicholson
Youth Mentor

Rhonda Harvey
Team Leader Administration

Melissa Teal
Administration Officer

Ralph Mayman
IT Administrator


VACANCIES WITH HLC/LTTM

Become a valued staff member at HLC/LTTM. Our students are trained and supported by exceptional staff. They are highly committed to helping students achieve their learning outcomes and goals for the future. If you are interested in working for HLC/LTTM, check out the job vacancies and follow the application instructions.