Inclusive Education Navigator

Lincoln University; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln University seeks a dedicated coordinator in its Inclusive Education team to support students with disabilities, chronic illness or injury, helping them achieve success in their studies. You will assess needs, develop individual support plans and coordinate accommodations.

Working with academic and professional staff, you will foster an accessible, inclusive learning environment and contribute to the ongoing development of Inclusive Education services.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in education, disability support, inclusion, mental health or a related field.
• Experience supporting people with disabilities, chronic illness or injury, ideally in education.
• 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 diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving skills 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

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Problem-solving

Tech with SIS

Education

Tertiary qualification in education, disability support, inclusion, mental health or related field

Experience in education environment

Knowledge of disability support frameworks and legislation

Experience developing personalised support plans

Experience supporting people with disabilities

Ability to work with diverse stakeholders

Tools

Student management systems

Job description

Lincoln University seeks a dedicated coordinator in its Inclusive Education team to support students with disabilities, chronic illness or injury, helping them achieve success in their studies. You will assess needs, develop individual support plans and coordinate accommodations.

Working with academic and professional staff, you will foster an accessible, inclusive learning environment and contribute to the ongoing development of Inclusive Education services.