Head of Faculty: Inclusive Learning & Diversity Lead

Fraser High School; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Fraser High School in Hamilton seeks an innovative educational leader as Head of Faculty He Kaakano (Supported and Diverse Learners) to champion equity and inclusion for students with special, diverse, and additional learning needs.

You will guide the strategic direction and operational delivery of learning support programmes, leading a multidisciplinary team including SENCO, LSC, ESOL staff, TICs, and learning assistants, with a strong data-informed approach.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in inclusive education.
• Deep knowledge of diverse learning needs.
• Strong data-informed decision-making skills.
• Excellent skills in building relationships with whānau and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership to design inclusive learning support systems aligned with school goals.
• Oversee SAC, co-constructed IEPs, and curriculum adaptations for diverse learners.
• Coach and upskill staff to strengthen inclusive classroom practices.
• Allocate resources transparently across learning supports and external resourcing, including ORS, GATE, and neurodiverse registers.

Skills

Inclusive leadership

Data-informed decision making

Stakeholder engagement

Team mentorship

Job description

Fraser High School in Hamilton seeks an innovative educational leader as Head of Faculty He Kaakano (Supported and Diverse Learners) to champion equity and inclusion for students with special, diverse, and additional learning needs.

You will guide the strategic direction and operational delivery of learning support programmes, leading a multidisciplinary team including SENCO, LSC, ESOL staff, TICs, and learning assistants, with a strong data-informed approach.