Learning Support Coordinator (Southern) | Christchurch

Job Description

Learning Support Coordinator, Southern 

• 1 x Position
• Permanent (Start July / August 2026)
• Full-time 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
• Based in a Southern Regional Office: Christchurch, Dunedin, Invercargill or Queenstown

Make a meaningful difference for ākonga who need learning support

We're looking for an experienced educator who is passionate about inclusion, equity, and ensuring every learner has the support they need to succeed.

As a Learning Support Coordinator, you will work across early childhood, primary, and secondary contexts. Your focus will be on ensuring ākonga who need learning support are identified early, supported effectively, and able to participate, progress, and move confidently through their learning journey.

This is a role where strong relationships, thoughtful coordination, and practical support make a real difference every day.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

You will work closely with Team Leaders Learning Support, kaiako, learning support kaimahi, whānau, and external agencies to ensure the right support is in place at the right time.

Your work will include:

Coordinating learning support

• Identify ākonga who would benefit from additional support
• Coordinate appropriate interventions and specialist services
• Ensure support is timely, well-planned, and responsive to need

Supporting inclusive teaching practice

• Work alongside kaiako to adapt teaching approaches
• Share practical strategies that support diverse learners
• Help build confidence and capability in inclusive practice

Strengthening systems and planning

• Maintain clear, coordinated learning support plans
• Ensure systems are consistent and work effectively for learners
• Support smooth transitions across learning stages

Working alongside ākonga and whānau

• Build strong, respectful relationships with whānau as partners in learning
• Provide additional support in more complex situations
• Keep communication clear, practical, and focused on outcomes

Ko koe tēnei | About you

You are an experienced educator who understands how to support diverse learners in meaningful ways.

• New Zealand teacher registration and current New Zealand teachers practicing certificate and a strong understanding of curriculum frameworks
• Proven experience supporting ākonga with diverse or complex learning needs
• A strong commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive education
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, solution-focused approach
• Confidence working with learning support systems, data, and inter-agency processes
• The ability to build trusted relationships with kaiako, whānau, and external agencies
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple supports at once

Why this role matters

This role helps ensure that ākonga who need learning support are not left behind. Your work will enable learners to participate fully, make progress, and experience success throughout their education.

You will also play an important part in strengthening inclusive practice across the organisation, helping others grow their capability and confidence.

Ngā Uara o Te Kura | Our Values

You will be guided by Te Kura values:

• Manaaki – caring for and supporting others
• Tika – doing what is right
• Whanaungatanga – building strong relationships

These values are central to how we work with ākonga, whānau, and each other.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

If you are motivated by making a genuine difference and enjoy working collaboratively to support learners, we'd welcome your application.

Applications must be submitted through our careers portal. Applicants must have the legal right to teach, reside and work in New Zealand.

Ko wai mātou | About Us 

At Te Kura, we believe education should be inclusive, accessible, and responsive to every ākonga. As Aotearoa New Zealand's Correspondence and largest state school, we support up to 30,000 learners across early childhood through to adult education—anytime, anywhere, anyone.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Learning Support Coordinator to join our team—someone who is deeply committed to equity, inclusion, and ensuring every ākonga has the support they need to succeed.

E hiahia mōhio anō ana koe? | Like to find out more?    

For more information, check out the position description at the top of the page (link will be orange).

If you still have any additional questions, please contact Darron Cutler, National Lead Learning Support via email Darron.Cutler@tekura.school.nz

For any issues with the application process, please contact jobs@tekura.school.nz

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday, 5^th July 2026