School Support - Admin & Learning Assistant

Maeroa Intermediate School; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Maeroa Intermediate School is seeking a flexible Learning Assistant to support students in the classroom each morning and handle core office duties in the afternoons. You will welcome visitors, answer enquiries, and help with everyday school administration.

The role requires a friendly, calm and professional approach, with strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a busy team. A current first aid certificate is preferred or a willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Friendly, calm and professional demeanor essential.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a busy team.
• Confident working with children.
• Customer service experience and/or relevant work history.
• Current first aid certificate or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Learning Assistant duties in the mornings: support students under teacher guidance, help participation, foster wellbeing and inclusion.
• Office duties in the afternoons: welcome visitors, answer calls, filing and admin tasks, assist with day‑to‑day school office needs, provide basic first aid.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Confidence with children

Education

First aid certificate

Tools

First aid knowledge

Job description

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This varied role combines office administration with classroom support as a learning assistant. You will be welcoming and approachable, able to work well with children and adults, and willing to help wherever needed with the school's day-to-day running.

Key responsibilities

Learning Assistant Duties in the mornings

• Support students with their learning under the classroom teacher's guidance
• Help students participate confidently and successfully in classroom activities
• Build positive, respectful relationships while supporting students' wellbeing, independence and inclusion

Office Duties in the afternoons

• Welcome visitors and answer telephone enquiries
• Complete filing and general administration tasks
• Provide first aid and care for students in the sick bay
• Assist with the day-to-day needs of the school office

About you

• Friendly, calm and professional
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Work effectively as part of a busy team
• Confident working with children
• Customer service and/or relevant work experience
• Current first aid certificate or willing to obtain one