Learning Assistant — Fixed-Term (27.5h/wk)

HIllmorton High School; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Hillmorton High School in Christchurch is seeking a mainstream Learning Assistant on a fixed-term basis to cover leave. You will support ākonga with literacy and numeracy across the timetable under teacher supervision, occasionally working independently.

The role is 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am–3:00 pm. Police vetting is required before appointment, and applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. Salary aligns with the NZEI Support Staff agreement.

Qualifications

• Learning Assistant/Teaching Assistant experience preferred.
• Experience working with young people is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Working with a number of neurodivergent ākonga across the timetable under adult supervision, but sometimes independently.
• Build trusting relationships with ākonga.
• Assist ākonga to stay on task and build self-management and independence.
• Record information about ākonga and their work for kaiako, SENCO, and line manager.
• Contribute to the Student Support team through clear communication and collaboration.
• Maintain confidentiality for staff, ākonga and whānau.
• Attend meetings when necessary.

Skills

Learning Assistant/Teaching Assistant?

Job description

Hillmorton High School in Christchurch is seeking a mainstream Learning Assistant on a fixed-term basis to cover leave. You will support ākonga with literacy and numeracy across the timetable under teacher supervision, occasionally working independently.

The role is 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am–3:00 pm. Police vetting is required before appointment, and applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. Salary aligns with the NZEI Support Staff agreement.