Learning Support Coordinator (Years 5-8)

Te Kura o te Tauawa Halswell School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Te Kura o te Tauawa Halswell School in Canterbury invites applications for a part-time Certificated teacher to support Years 5–8 students with special education needs. The role is permanent up to 0.7 FTE, with potential to increase to full-time for ORS-funded students.

You will work closely with our SENCO and wider team to recognise and support learners, strengthen teacher capability, and foster an inclusive school culture through strong relationships with whānau, staff, and agencies.

Qualifications

• Certified teacher with NZ registration.
• Experience supporting Years 5–8 students with special education needs.
• Ability to collaborate with SENCO and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Work with SENCO to identify and support students with special education needs.
• Strengthen teacher capability and inclusive school culture.
• Engage whānau and external agencies to coordinate support.

Education

Teaching certificate

Job description

Part time, Permanent, FTTE up to: 0.7

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

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, experienced educator who wants to make an important difference to our kura. The successful applicant will work closely with our SENCO and wider team to ensure Years 5-8 students with special education needs are recognised and supported, while strengthening teacher capability and fostering an inclusive school culture. This will be achieved by building effective relationships with external agencies, whānau, staff, and tamariki.

The role is permanent 0.7 FTTE, with the opportunity to increase to full-time working with ORS-funded students.

If you are passionate about education and helping all children thrive, we would love to hear from you!