Learning Support Teacher – Years 7 -10

Rototuna Junior High School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rototuna Junior High School in Hamilton, New Zealand, seeks a Learning Support Teacher for a fixed-term position covering parental leave from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028. The role supports Year 7–15 students, develops Individual Learning Plans, and fosters collaboration with teachers, whānau and external agencies.

You will be student-centred, collaborative and committed to inclusive practice, building strong relationships and adapting learning programmes to meet diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in Learning Support
• Commitment to inclusive practice
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Willingness to work with others to find practical solutions for learners

Responsibilities

• support students through individual, small-group and classroom-based programmes
• develop and contribute to Individual Learning Plans and appropriate learning goals
• work collaboratively with teachers, whānau, Learning Assistants and external agencies
• support students to develop confidence, independence and agency as learners
• adapt and develop learning programmes to meet diverse learning needs
• build positive, respectful and trusting relationships with students
• contribute to an inclusive school environment where every student is valued and supported
• work collaboratively as part of our wider Learning Support team

Skills

Learning support

Collaborative teamwork

Relationship-building

Student-centered approach

Education

Teaching qualification (NZ)

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Paternity Leave)

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

We are a school of 1380+ Year 7–10 students and over 100 staff in the northernmost suburb of Hamilton. We have a diverse and dynamic environment on a modern, well-equipped campus, along with a diverse and welcoming staff who make RJHS an amazing place to work and learn.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Learning Support Teacher to join our team in a fixed term position to cover parental leave.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Learning Support teacher, or for a teacher who is looking to develop their practice and move into the Learning Support space. You will join an established and supportive team committed to removing barriers to learning and ensuring that all students are able to experience success.

The successful applicant will:

• support students through individual, small-group and classroom-based programmes
• develop and contribute to Individual Learning Plans and appropriate learning goals
• work collaboratively with teachers, whānau, Learning Assistants and external agencies
• support students to develop confidence, independence and agency as learners
• adapt and develop learning programmes to meet diverse learning needs
• build positive, respectful and trusting relationships with students
• contribute to an inclusive school environment where every student is valued and supported
• work collaboratively as part of our wider Learning Support team.

At RJHS, we place significant emphasis on collaboration, relationships and learning together. We believe that our staff are strongest when they work collectively, share their expertise and support one another to provide the best possible outcomes for our students.

We are looking for someone who is student-centred, collaborative, positive and passionate about making a difference for learners who require additional support. You will bring a commitment to inclusive practice, strong relationship-building skills and a willingness to work alongside others to find practical solutions that enable students to thrive.