Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery · Canterbury
SLA | SMPA Learning Advisor (Year 1-6)
Area schoolPart-time (0.5 FTTE), Fixed-term (28 Jan 2027 to 27 Jan 2028)
Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery in Christchurch’s CBD seeks a part-time Learning Advisor for its Year 1–6 learners. The fixed-term role runs from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028, involves 13 hours weekly, and supports literacy and numeracy through individual and small-group work, alongside the Learning Support Coordinator.
- Year 1–6 learning support
- Literacy and numeracy development
- Knowledge of Better Start Literacy Approach
- 13 hours per week
Closes in 20 days
Applications close 25 Nov 2026, 12pm.
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About the role
Part-time Learning Advisor working with individual students and small groups to support literacy and numeracy across Years 1–6. The fixed-term role runs from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028 for 13 hours a week, listed as 0.5 FTTE, with days and times negotiable. You will work alongside the Learning Support Coordinator.
What they’re looking for
- Knowledge of the Better Start Literacy Approach
- Understanding of emergent mathematics development
- Ability to support literacy and numeracy in Years 1–6
- Confidence working with individual students and small groups
- Ability to work closely with the Learning Support Coordinator
About the school
Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery is a special character state school in Christchurch’s CBD, serving students from Years 1–15. Its approach gives students choice and flexibility in directing their learning, guided by whanaungatanga, kaha, aroha, whakaute and tiakitanga.
How to apply
Email a CV and cover letter to a senior leader at the school. Applications close on 25 November 2026; applicants are also encouraged to arrange a school visit or discuss the role with a senior leader.
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The role
- Sector
- Area school
- Year level
- Mixed year levels
- Role
- Other
- Hours
- part time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 28 Jan 2027
- Ends
- 27 Jan 2028
- Subjects
- English, Mathematics and statistics
- Listed
- 4 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery is a special character state school based in Christchurch’s CBD. We have a fundamental tenet that the child is central in directing his or her own learning so that the enthusiasm and love of learning is…”
The school
- Type
- Composite
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 654
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 5 Mollett St, Christchurch, Christchurch
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