Inclusion & Learning Support Lead (SENCO)

Whau Valley School; Northland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Whau Valley School in Northland is seeking a dedicated Year 1–6 teacher with a current practising certificate to join our vibrant school from 2027. You will help coordinate learning and behavioural support with our Learning Support Team, whānau and external agencies in a trauma-informed, inclusive environment.

You will lead Learning Assistants, support teacher capability, and strengthen inclusive practices in line with the NZ Curriculum and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, working closely with the Senior

Qualifications

• Registered NZ teacher with current practising certificate.
• Experience in a learning support role.
• Ability to build positive, respectful relationships with students, staff, whānau and external agencies.
• Proactive, solutions-focused and passionate about positive learner outcomes.
• Highly organised with ability to coordinate multiple cases and support.
• Confident leading Learning Assistants and supporting teacher capability.
• Culturally responsive and committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Inclusive educator with strong knowledge of the NZ Curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate learning and behavioural support with the Learning Support Team, whānau and external agencies.
• Strengthen inclusive practices across the school in collaboration with staff and leadership.
• Lead Learning Assistants and support teacher capability.
• Contribute to trauma-informed, progressive and inclusive school culture.

Skills

Relationship building

Learning support experience

Proactive problem solving

Organised and coordinating multi-cas

Team collaboration

Lead Learning Assistants

Cultural responsiveness

Education

Registered NZ teacher with current practising certificate

Job description

Whau Valley School in Northland is seeking a dedicated Year 1–6 teacher with a current practising certificate to join our vibrant school from 2027. You will help coordinate learning and behavioural support with our Learning Support Team, whānau and external agencies in a trauma-informed, inclusive environment.

You will lead Learning Assistants, support teacher capability, and strengthen inclusive practices in line with the NZ Curriculum and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, working closely with the Senior