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Head of Learning Support / SENCO Faculty Teacher
Opunake High School
Full time, PermanentSecondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Middle leadership
Listed 31 Aug 2026 · Closes 16 Sept 2026
About the role
Ōpunakē High school is a trailblazing kura, where aroha and compassion is at the centre of all learning. We have been recognised for loving our students back to learning at a national level with the New Zealand Education Excellence Awards in June 2026. Are you a kind, caring, forward thinking, solutions-based educator dedicated to driving inclusive education? We are seeking a passionate Head of Learning Support / SENCO to lead our Whare Atawhai/Learning Support Faculty and champion equity, accessibility, and achievement for all learners across our school community. In this pivotal middle-leadership role, you will oversee the strategic direction and operational delivery of learning support. You will lead a dedicated team of specialist teachers and learning assistants, work closely with pastoral and curriculum teams, and forge strong partnerships with external agencies and whānau. School house and hard to staff allowance available.
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: Andrea Hooper Carr, Principal PO Box 4, Opunake 4645 sl@opunake.school.nz 06 761 8723
Official Gazette listing ↗School details
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Roll
- 328
- School number
- 181
- Address
- Tasman Street, Opunake