About the role

This role involves working alongside teachers and other staff to support students with a range of learning and additional needs, helping them to participate fully in their learning and develop greater independence and confidence.

Key responsibilities

• Support students with learning, communication, social development and daily routines as required

• Be comfortable providing individual and small-group support

• Build positive and respectful relationships with students

• Work collaboratively with teachers, specialist staff and whānau

• Support students with personal care needs where required

• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability and appropriate confidentiality

About you

• Have a genuine passion for supporting young people with additional learning needs

• Be patient, compassionate, adaptable and calm

• Previous experience working with students with additional or complex learning needs would be an advantage, although training and support will be provided