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Head of Learning Support (including SENCO) - Full Time, Permanent

Aquinas College

Full time, PermanentSecondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Middle leadership

Listed 25 Aug 2026 · Closes 18 Sept 2026

About the role

Aquinas College is a high-performing, co-educational, state-integrated Catholic College for Years 7–13, situated in Tauranga. We are seeking a collaborative and empathetic Head of Learning Support (including SENCO) to lead learning support across our College. This is an important middle leadership role with a strong focus on ensuring students with additional learning needs are well supported to experience success. The successful applicant will provide leadership to our Learning Support team, working closely with teachers, students, whānau and external agencies, to build capacity of understanding and responding to behaviour of all students. We are looking for an experienced educator who builds strong relationships, communicates well and brings a practical, student-centred approach to inclusive education and learning support. Aquinas College belongs to a Science of Learning Cluster. Candidates must show willingness to engage with this Kaupapa. Support for the Catholic Special Character of the College is expected.

Learning-area tags: English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to: Leanne Dragovich, Executive Assistant executiveassistant@aquinas.school.nz (07) 543 2400 ext 202 Download our application form Application Form Head of Learning Support including SENCO Position Description Head of Learning Support including SENCO 2026

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School details

Type
Secondary (Year 7-15)
Authority
State : Integrated
Gender
Co-Ed
Roll
844
School number
482
Address
183 Pyes Pa Road, Pyes Pa, Tauranga
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