Inclusive Education Advocate and Support Planner

Lincoln University; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development & mentorship

Generous leave entitlements

Annual salary reviews

Eye tests / eyewear contributions

Wellbeing support (EAP)

Job summary

Lincoln University’s Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki invites you to join the Inclusive Education team as a disability support coordinator. You will coordinate tailored support, assess needs, develop individual plans and remove barriers to learning.

Based at Lincoln Campus, this permanent role is 1.0 FTE (37.5 hours per week). You’ll collaborate with academic and professional staff to create accessible learning environments and advance inclusive practices.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in education, disability support, inclusion, mental health or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience supporting people with disabilities, chronic illness or injury, ideally within an education environment
• Knowledge of disability support frameworks, inclusive practices and relevant legislation
• Experience assessing needs and developing personalised support plans
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Excellent problem-solving skills, sound judgement and confidence using technology and student management systems

Responsibilities

• Coordinating tailored support and accommodations for students
• Developing and implementing Individual Support Plans
• Providing guidance, advocacy and problem-solving support
• Collaborating with academic and professional staff to support student success
• Contributing to continuous improvement and accessibility initiatives
• Maintaining accurate records, reporting and student support systems

Skills

Disability support

Advocacy

Student support

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Tertiary qualification in education/disability support

Tools

Student management systems

Job description

Lincoln University’s Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki invites you to join the Inclusive Education team as a disability support coordinator. You will coordinate tailored support, assess needs, develop individual plans and remove barriers to learning.

Based at Lincoln Campus, this permanent role is 1.0 FTE (37.5 hours per week). You’ll collaborate with academic and professional staff to create accessible learning environments and advance inclusive practices.