Murchison Area School · Tasman/Nelson
SENCO and Learning Support Coordinator
Area schoolPart-time (0.8 FTTE), Permanent
Murchison Area School in the Tasman/Nelson region is seeking a permanent, part-time SENCO and Learning Support Coordinator for its composite school. The 0.8 FTTE role supports learners across Years 1–15, coordinating individual plans, referrals, resources and inclusive practice with teachers, whānau and specialist agencies. An Isolation Allowance applies; the start date is not stated.
- SENCO and LSC responsibilities combined
- Permanent 0.8 FTTE position
- Supports learners across Years 1–15
- Isolation Allowance available
Closes in 11 days
Applications close 17 Nov 2026, 3pm.
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About the role
Permanent part-time SENCO and Learning Support Coordinator role at 0.8 FTTE, with 0.6 allocated to SENCO duties and 0.23 to learning support coordination. Work across Years 1–13 to identify needs, plan support, coordinate resources, guide staff, and work with whānau, teachers, learning assistants, and specialist agencies. The role includes the Isolation Allowance.
What they’re looking for
- Registered teacher committed to inclusive education
- Experience collaborating across a Years 1–13 setting
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Highly organised approach to records, referrals, and funding applications
- Understanding of culturally responsive practice
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
About the school
Murchison Area School is a composite Years 1–13 school in a close-knit rural community in the Tasman/Nelson region. It provides a connected learning environment across all year levels.
How to apply
Send a CV, application form, and cover letter by email to the school by 17 November 2026. The listing provides the school's application email; contact the school for further information.
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The role
- Sector
- Area school
- Year level
- Mixed year levels
- Role
- Learning support coordinator (LSC)
- Hours
- part time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- Isolation Allowance
- Listed
- 30 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“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…”
The school
- Type
- Composite
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 163
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 61 Waller Street, Murchison
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