Learning Support Coordinator

Manurewa High School; Manurewa; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manurewa High School is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Coordinator to join our learning support team. You will coordinate support for rangatahi with diverse needs and collaborate with kaiako, kaitiaki, whānau and external agencies to create effective plans.

The role focuses on inclusive classroom practice, monitoring interventions and ensuring equitable pathways to success, including support for transitions between programmes and levels of support.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience coordinating support across multiple teams and agencies.
• Knowledge of tiered learning support, early intervention and inclusive education practices.
• Understanding of the secondary school environment, including NCEA, Special Assessment Conditions and equitable pathways to success.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, te ao Maaori and culturally responsive practice.
• Ability to build positive relationships with ākonga, whānau and staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate support for ākonga with low to moderate learning, behavioural and wellbeing needs.
• Work with kaiako, kaitiaki, whānau teams, whānau and external agencies to develop and implement effective support plans.
• Support inclusive classroom practice through practical strategies, coaching and evidence-informed approaches.
• Monitor, evaluate and review interventions to ensure positive outcomes for learners.
• Facilitate successful transitions into secondary school, between programmes and across differing levels of support.
• Champion culturally responsive, proactive and mana-enhancing practices that remove barriers to learning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Cross-team coordination

Inclusive education

Tiered support

Early intervention

NCEA knowledge

Special Assessment Conditions

Culturally responsive practice

Building relationships

Job description

Are you passionate about inclusive education and making a real difference for rangatahi?

Manurewa High School is one of New Zealand’s largest multicultural schools, with more than 2,400 students representing over 60 nationalities. Guided by Te Ara o Taawhaki and our values of respect, excellence, whanaungatanga and akoranga, we are committed to ensuring every ākonga can thrive and achieve success.

We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative learning support coordinator (LSC) to join our learning support team.

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate support for ākonga with low to moderate learning, behavioural and wellbeing needs.
• Work alongside kaiako, kaitiaki, whaanau teams, whaanau and external agencies to develop and implement effective support plans.
• Support inclusive classroom practice through practical strategies, coaching and evidence-informed approaches.
• Monitor, evaluate and review interventions to ensure positive outcomes for learners.
• Facilitate successful transitions into secondary school, between programmes and across differing levels of support.
• Champion culturally responsive, proactive and mana-enhancing practices that remove barriers to learning.

The successful applicant will bring:

• Strong interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience coordinating support across multiple teams and agencies.
• Knowledge of tiered learning support, early intervention and inclusive education practices.
• An understanding of the secondary school environment, including NCEA, Special Assessment Conditions and equitable pathways to success.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, te ao Maaori and culturally responsive practice.
• The ability to build positive relationships with ākonga, whānau and staff.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a highly committed learning support team focused on strengthening inclusive practice, enhancing student wellbeing and achievement, and ensuring all ākonga have equitable access to learning and success.

Join us in making a lasting difference for rangatahi and their whaanau.