ORS specialist teacher 0.6 (could be combined with 0.4 LSC)

Trentham School; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Wellington is seeking a skilled ORS specialist teacher for a combined role. This part-time position requires proven experience in supporting diverse learning needs and knowledge of the New Zealand learning support system. The successful candidate will work collaboratively to strengthen inclusive practices and ensure equitable outcomes for all learners. Applications are encouraged to clarify interest in the dual role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting diverse learning needs.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Culturally sustaining practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance in learning support as an ORS specialist teacher.
• Coordinate learning support within the LSC network.

Skills

Experience supporting tamariki with diverse learning needs

Understanding of New Zealand learning support system

Building relationships with whānau, staff, and agencies

Strengths-based, culturally responsive approach

High organisation and collaboration skills

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

ORS specialist teacher 0.6 (could be combined with 0.4 LSC)

Part time, Fixed term, FTTE up to: 0.6, Start Date: 28/01/2026, End Date: 27/01/2027 (ORS funded)

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

Trentham School, as the employing school, is seeking a skilled and compassionate ORS specialist teacher to join our team. This position combines two roles:

• 0.6 FTTE in the ORS specialist teacher role
• 0.4 FTTE as a learning support coordinator (LSC)

Together, these create a full-time (1.0 FTTE) position offering an exciting opportunity to provide creative and expert guidance in learning support.

This combined role brings together:

• The 0.6 ORS specialist teacher position currently advertised at Trentham School
• The 0.4 LSC position advertised by Te Kura o Hau Karetu

We are looking for an educator who:

• Has proven experience supporting tamariki with diverse learning needs
• Understands the New Zealand learning support system, processes, and pathways
• Builds strong relationships with whānau, staff, and external agencies
• Brings a strengths-based, culturally responsive approach
• Is highly organised, collaborative, and committed to equitable outcomes for all learners

The successful candidate will:

• Work 0.6 FTTE alongside our kaiako, teacher aides, and SENCo
• Work 0.4 FTTE within the LSC network and leadership team to coordinate learning support, strengthen inclusive practice, and ensure smooth systems and processes that benefit our ākonga

A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally sustaining practice is essential.

We warmly invite visits and conversations to clarify the role for interested applicants.

Application information

Applicants who are interested in applying for the combined role should make this clear in their cover letter. An application may be submitted to either employing school, provided the intention for the dual role is clearly stated.

How to apply

Please send your CV, a cover letter with role/s preferences made clear, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
Moonshine Road, Trentham, Upper Hutt

Postal Address:
Moonshine Road, Trentham, Upper Hutt, 5018