Learning Support Coordinator (LSC)

Secondary (Years 7-15) / Wharekura, Certified teacher

Learning Support Coordinator (LSC), Permanent - Full time, Start Date: 28/01/2027

Experienced teachers.

 

Make a difference. Build capability. Champion success.

At Whangārei Boys’ High School, we believe every young man deserves the opportunity to experience success, develop confidence and realise his potential.

 

We are seeking an exceptional, passionate and collaborative Learning Support Coordinator (LSC) to join our kura and play a pivotal role in strengthening inclusive education and improving outcomes for our ākonga.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator who is committed to removing barriers to learning, empowering teachers and ensuring that students with additional learning needs are supported to thrive.

 

Purpose of the Position

The Learning Support Coordinator plays a pivotal role in strengthening inclusive education and ensuring that students with additional learning needs are identified, supported and empowered to achieve their potential.

 

The position combines strategic leadership in learning support with direct, targeted intervention for individuals and small groups of students, with a particular focus on accelerating progress and positively changing learning trajectories.

A key priority is building teacher capability, removing barriers to learning and developing coordinated, evidence-informed approaches that improve student engagement, achievement and wellbeing.

 

Key Relationships

As a Learning Support Coordinator, you will work alongside our students, teaching staff, school leaders, whānau and external agencies to develop coordinated, responsive and effective approaches to learning support.

 

You will develop strong, collaborative relationships with:

 

• Students (ākonga): Building positive, trusting relationships, understanding individual learning needs and providing targeted support that enables success.
• Teachers (kaiako): Working alongside classroom teachers to strengthen inclusive teaching practices, build capability and implement effective learning strategies.
• School leaders: Collaborating to align learning support with school-wide priorities, systems and improvement initiatives.
• Whānau: Developing meaningful partnerships that support student learning, engagement and wellbeing.
• Learning support staff and external agencies: Coordinating specialist expertise, resources and interventions to provide timely, integrated and effective support.

Your Role Will Include

• Working directly with individuals and small groups of students, delivering targeted, evidence-informed interventions that accelerate learning, build confidence and positively change their learning trajectory.
• Building teacher capability through coaching, professional learning and the promotion of effective inclusive teaching practices.
• Identifying and responding to additional learning needs through proactive, evidence-informed approaches.
• Coordinating targeted learning support and interventions that strengthen student engagement, progress and achievement.
• Working collaboratively with students, whānau, teachers and external agencies to develop effective, individualised support.
• Supporting the development of inclusive learning environments where all students experience belonging, challenge and success.
• Contributing to school-wide systems and practices that ensure learning support is timely, coordinated and responsive.
• Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of interventions to ensure they make a measurable difference to student outcomes.

We Are Looking for Someone Who

• Is a skilled, reflective and innovative educator with a strong understanding of inclusive education.
• Has high expectations for all learners and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young men.
• Has experience designing and delivering targeted interventions that accelerate student learning.
• Builds positive, trusting relationships with students, colleagues, whānau and the wider community.
• Can work strategically and collaboratively while also making a practical difference in classrooms.
• Demonstrates initiative, sound professional judgement and a solution-focused approach.
• Is committed to culturally responsive practice and supporting Māori students to achieve success as Māori.
• Is a registered teacher with a current practising certificate.

Why Whangārei Boys’ High School?

Whangārei Boys’ High School is a proud, values-driven kura with a rich history, strong traditions and an unwavering commitment to developing fine young men.

 

Our vision, Anchored in Excellence, reflects our commitment to high expectations, quality teaching and learning, and ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.

Our values of whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, tika, pono, mahi tahi, māia and aroha underpin the way we work, learn and grow together.

You will join a school committed to continuous improvement, professional collaboration and strengthening the systems and practices that make a meaningful difference for our boys.

If you are passionate about inclusive education, believe in the potential of every learner and want to make a lasting contribution to a thriving school community, we would welcome your application.

Remuneration and conditions of employment will be in accordance with the Secondary Teachers’ Collective Agreement and applicable Learning Support Coordinator provisions.

Ka mohio hoki ki ngā ūara o te kura, ara ko te whakawhānaungatanga, manaakitanga, tika, pono, maia, aroha me te mahi tahi.