Learning Support Coordinator

St Joseph'S School (Pukekohe); Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph's Catholic School in Pukekohe is seeking a Learning Support Coordinator (LSC) from Term 1, 2027. You will work closely with the Assistant Principal/SENCo to coordinate learning support and strengthen inclusive classroom practices, while building teacher capability.

The SENCo retains strategic oversight; the LSC focuses on coordinating and implementing effective support for ākonga, teachers and whānau, including engagement with early learning services.

Qualifications

• Holds current New Zealand teacher registration and a practising certificate.
• Experience coordinating learning support in a school setting.
• Strong understanding of inclusive education, neurodiversity and diverse learning needs.
• Ability to engage with whānau and early learning services.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate learning support for ākonga and support teachers and whānau.
• Collaborate with the SENCo to coordinate referrals and resources.
• Strengthen inclusive classroom practices and build teacher capability.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Collaboration

Initiative

Education

NZ teaching registration

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and passionate teacher to join our welcoming team as a Learning Support Coordinator (LSC) from Term 1, 2027.

Working closely with our Assistant Principal/SENCo, the successful applicant will coordinate learning support, strengthen inclusive classroom practices and build teacher capability. The SENCo retains management and strategic oversight, while the LSC focuses on coordinating and implementing effective support for ākonga, teachers and whānau.

We are looking for someone who:

• Supports learners by understanding their needs and is able to provide timely, culturally responsive support so they can thrive, belong and progress in all aspects of school life.
• Support teacher and teacher aide capability to better meet the needs of learners and to strengthen their connections with early learning services.
• Encourages and supports parents and whānau to partner successfully with the school and develop an understanding of learning support processes and who to contact if needed.
• Has a strong understanding of learning support systems in Aotearoa New Zealand, inclusive education, neurodiversity and diverse learning needs.
• Influences others to ensure all learners receive the appropriate support to enhance their learning and progress.
• Demonstrates initiative, excellent communication and organisational skills, and a collaborative approach.
• Works alongside the SENCo to coordinate specialist services, referrals and learning support resources.
• Holds current New Zealand teacher registration and a practising certificate.

For the right candidate, a full-time (1.0 FTTE) position may be negotiated, incorporating additional teaching responsibilities.

About our school

St Joseph's Catholic School is a welcoming, supportive and faith-filled community where relationships, collaboration and the success of every learner are valued. Culturally responsive practice, a commitment to inclusion and a willingness to support the special Catholic character of our school are essential.

Sector Area / composite (Years 1–15), Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi