Learning Assistant

Burnside High School Te Kura o Waimairi-iri; Linwood-Central-Heathcote Community; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Burnside High School Te Kura o Waimairi-iri is seeking a reliable Learning Assistant to join our Learning Support team. This permanent, part-time position offers 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:15am–2:45pm, supporting students with additional learning needs to access the curriculum and achieve their potential.

The successful applicant will work with classroom teachers to provide in-class and small-group support, helping students with learning, wellbeing and engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with additional learning needs.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class and small-group learning support.
• Assist with literacy and numeracy programmes.
• Support student wellbeing and engagement.
• Collaborate with teachers and Learning Support staff.

Skills

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Adaptability

Job description

Burnside High School is seeking a reliable, patient and proactive Learning Assistant to join our Learning Support team. This is a permanent, part-time position (27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.15am–2.45pm), supporting students with additional learning needs to access the curriculum and achieve their potential.

The successful applicant will work alongside classroom teachers and the Learning Support department to provide in-class and small-group support, helping students with their learning, wellbeing and engagement. The role may include supporting literacy and numeracy, assisting with specialist programmes, and helping students develop independence and confidence.

We are seeking someone who is warm, flexible and able to build positive relationships with young people. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, along with patience, discretion and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Experience supporting students with additional or diverse learning needs is an advantage.

The ability to work sensitively and confidentially with students, staff and whānau is key. The successful applicant will take pride in making a genuine difference to students’ learning and wellbeing, and in contributing to an inclusive and supportive school environment.

This role offers the opportunity to be part of a collaborative and caring team within a supportive school environment, where student learning and wellbeing are at the centre of our work.

We are a vibrant and lively school. We know that success can take many forms and all of these are valuable. Some students shine in the classroom, some on the sports field and some in the arts. Our emphasis is on delivering a broad and balanced education that ensures students can discover and follow their passion. At Burnside, you can discover where you belong, nurture your talents, and explore the endless possibilities that await. You can find your path in life at Burnside High School.

We are a vibrant and lively school. We know that success can take many forms and all of these are valuable. Some students shine in the classroom, some on the sports field and some in the arts. Our emphasis is on delivering a broad and balanced education that ensures students can discover and follow their passion. At Burnside, you can discover where you belong, nurture your talents, and explore the endless possibilities that await. You can find your path in life at Burnside High School.