Bilingual Learning & Liaison Assistant (English–Tigrinya)

HIllmorton High School; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Hillmorton High School in Christchurch is seeking a Bilingual Learning / Liaison Assistant for the English Language Learning Department. The fixed-term role runs for 7 weeks, from 12 October 2026 to 27 November 2026, approximately 20 hours per week by negotiation.

You will work primarily with small groups of ākonga (years 7–13), be fluent in English and Tigrinya, and liaise with families. Police vetting is required; eligibility to work in New Zealand is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting English language learners.
• Willingness to liaise with families of students.
• Police vetting required before appointment.
• Eligible to work in New Zealand and reside there.

Responsibilities

• Support progress and engagement of ākonga in years 7–13.
• Liaise with caregivers to support learning goals.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement language learning strategies.
• Work with small groups of students in English language learning contexts.

Skills

Fluent English

Interpersonal skills

Family liaison

Collaboration with teachers

Job description

Hillmorton High School in Christchurch is seeking a Bilingual Learning / Liaison Assistant for the English Language Learning Department. The fixed-term role runs for 7 weeks, from 12 October 2026 to 27 November 2026, approximately 20 hours per week by negotiation.

You will work primarily with small groups of ākonga (years 7–13), be fluent in English and Tigrinya, and liaise with families. Police vetting is required; eligibility to work in New Zealand is essential.