ORS specialist teacher 0.6 (could be combined with 0.4 LSC)
Part time, Fixed term, FTTE up to : 0.6, Start Date : 28 / 01 / 2026, End Date : 27 / 01 / 2027 (ORS funded)
Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Maori, The arts
Trentham School, as the employing school, is seeking a skilled and compassionate ORS specialist teacher to join our team.
This position combines two roles :
0.6 FTTE in the ORS specialist teacher role
0.4 FTTE as a learning support coordinator (LSC)
Together, these create a full-time (1.0 FTTE) position offering an exciting opportunity to provide creative and expert guidance in learning support.
This combined role brings together :
The 0.6 ORS specialist teacher position currently advertised at Trentham School
The 0.4 LSC position advertised by Te Kura o Hau Karetu
We are looking for an educator who :
Has proven experience supporting tamariki with diverse learning needs
Understands the New Zealand learning support system, processes, and pathways
Builds strong relationships with whanau, staff, and external agencies
Brings a strengths-based, culturally responsive approach
Is highly organised, collaborative, and committed to equitable outcomes for all learners
The successful candidate will :
Work 0.6 FTTE alongside our kaiako, teacher aides, and SENCo
Work 0.4 FTTE within the LSC network and leadership team to coordinate learning support, strengthen inclusive practice, and ensure smooth systems and processes that benefit our akonga
A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally sustaining practice is essential.
We warmly invite visits and conversations to clarify the role for interested applicants.
Application information
Applicants who are interested in applying for the combined role should make this clear in their cover letter.
An application may be submitted to either employing school, provided the intention for the dual role is clearly stated.
How to apply
Please send your CV, a cover letter with role / s preferences made clear, and direct enquiries to :
Physical address : Moonshine Road, Trentham, Upper Hutt
Postal Address : Moonshine Road, Trentham, Upper Hutt,
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