SENCO and Learning Support Coordinator

Murchison Area School; Nelson; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

Murchison Area School in Nelson, NZ, seeks a compassionate SENCO (0.6) and Learning Support Coordinator (LSC) (0.23) to join our supportive rural school community.

You will identify, advocate for, and coordinate tailored support for students with diverse learning and wellbeing needs across all year levels, working closely with teachers, whānau, and external agencies to implement IEPs and promote inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• A registered teacher with a deep commitment to inclusive education and equitable student outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively across a Year 1 to 13 continuum.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage documentation, agency referrals, and support funding applications.
• Understanding of culturally responsive practices and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Responsibilities

• Lead the identification, assessment, and planning for students requiring additional learning support.
• Work closely with classroom teachers, learning assistants, whānau, and external specialist agencies (including the Ministry of Education) to implement effective IEPs.
• Coordinate learning support resources and mentor staff in inclusive classroom practices.
• Build strong, trusting partnerships with students and their whānau to ensure every learner feels valued and supported to reach their full potential.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Registered teacher

Job description

Murchison Area School is seeking a compassionate, organised, and collaborative Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) – 0.6 – and Learning Support Coordinator (LSC) – 0.23 – to join our supportive school community.

As an area school catering to students from Years 1 to 13, we offer a uniquely connected learning environment nestled in a vibrant rural community. In this dual role, you will be instrumental in identifying, advocating for, and coordinating tailored support for students with diverse learning and wellbeing needs across all year levels.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the identification, assessment, and planning for students requiring additional learning support.
• Work closely with classroom teachers, learning assistants, whānau, and external specialist agencies (including the Ministry of Education) to implement effective Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Coordinate learning support resources and mentor staff in inclusive classroom practices.
• Build strong, trusting partnerships with students and their whānau to ensure every learner feels valued and supported to reach their full potential.

What we are looking for:

• A registered teacher with a deep commitment to inclusive education and equitable student outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively across a Year 1 to 13 continuum.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage documentation, agency referrals, and support funding applications.
• Understanding of culturally responsive practices and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

If you are passionate about removing barriers to learning and want to make a meaningful impact in a welcoming, close-knit rural school community, we would love to hear from you.