Burnside High School · Canterbury
Learning Support Teacher including working with Ongoing Resourcing Scheme (ORS)
SecondaryFull time, Fixed term, Start Date: 27/01/2027, End Date: 14/12/2027 (Specific short term curriculum need)Beginning teachers welcome
Burnside High School in Canterbury seeks a full-time Learning Support Teacher for students funded through the Ongoing Resourcing Scheme. This fixed-term role runs from 27 January to 14 December 2027 and includes planning programmes, monitoring progress and wellbeing, and contributing to IEPs with teachers, learning assistants, whānau and agencies. Beginning teachers may apply.
- Works with ORS-funded students
- Possible literacy, numeracy and SPEC classes
- Knowledge of New Zealand Curriculum levels 1–5
- Culturally responsive, confidential practice required
Closes in 9 days
Applications close 8 Oct 2026, 10am.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
Full-time, fixed-term Learning Support Teacher working with students funded through ORS from 27 January to 14 December 2027. The role involves planning learning programmes, tracking progress and wellbeing, and contributing to IEPs with teachers, learning assistants, whānau and agencies. There may also be specialist classes in literacy, numeracy or SPEC modules.
What they’re looking for
- Experience planning programmes for ORS-funded students
- Knowledge of New Zealand Curriculum levels 1 to 5
- Strong organisation and progress monitoring skills
- Sensitive and confidential work with young people
- Culturally responsive practice and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Positive relationships with students, staff and whānau
About the school
Burnside High School is a coeducational secondary school for Years 7–15 in Canterbury. It describes a supportive, high-performing environment focused on professional practice and student success.
How to apply
Apply through the online link provided in the listing by 8 October 2026. Beginning teachers are welcome to apply.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Year level
- Years 9–13
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 27 Jan 2027
- Ends
- 14 Dec 2027
- Listed
- 15 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“This is an exciting opportunity to work at one of New Zealand's leading coeducational schools. Burnside High School is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Learning Support Teacher to join our Learning Support Department, working with students funded through the Ongoing…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 2,744
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 151 Greers Road, Burnside, Christchurch
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