Learning Support Coordinator

Andersons Bay School; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Andersons Bay School in Dunedin seeks an experienced Learning Support Coordinator to lead inclusive practices and trauma-informed support for learners in years 1–8. The role focuses on ensuring all students participate, progress and experience success through targeted interventions and staff coaching.

You will collaborate with teachers, whānau, the Ministry of Education, RTLB and other specialists, using data to inform interventions and build strong, respectful relationships across the school

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of inclusive education and trauma-informed practice.
• Experience coordinating interventions for learners with additional needs.
• Ability to use assessment data to inform interventions and supports.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate targeted interventions and support for learners with additional needs.
• Coach and model best practices for staff through professional learning.
• Collaborate with Ministry of Education, RTLB and other specialists.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students, staff and whānau.
• Use assessment data to guide interventions and track progress.

Skills

Coaching

Data-informed interventions

Inclusive education

Trauma-informed practice

Relationship building

Collaboration with staff

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Andersons Bay School – Andersons Bay, South Island

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

We are seeking an experienced, collaborative and student-focused Learning Support Coordinator (LSC) to join our team in 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher who has a strong understanding of inclusive education and trauma informed practice. Our LSC will ensure all learners are supported to participate, progress and experience success.

We are looking for an educator who:

• has a sound knowledge of effective, evidence-based learning support practices;
• can build staff capability through coaching, modelling and professional learning;
• uses assessment and other relevant data to inform interventions and support;
• can effectively coordinate targeted interventions and support for learners with additional needs;
• builds strong, respectful relationships with students, staff and whānau;
• works effectively with the Ministry of Education, RTLB and other specialist agencies;
• demonstrates culturally responsive practice and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• is able to manage complex situations with empathy and kindness.

Pauline Simpson
*****@andybay.ac.nz
034544413

Vacancy reference #:1HAtgt

Physical address:
92 Jeffery Street, Andersons Bay, Dunedin

Postal Address:
92 Jeffery Street, Andersons Bay, Dunedin, 9013