Learning Assistant, full time, fixed term for 2026

Hornby High School is seeking a caring and capable Learning Assistant (LA) to support students in our kura.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work alongside teachers, students, and families to help learners access the curriculum, engage in school life, and strengthen communication between home and school.

About the Role

The successful applicant will provide:

• In-class learning support for students

• First-language support to help students understand classroom instructions and learning tasks

• Support for student engagement, wellbeing, and participation in school programmes

We are looking for someone who:

• Is fluent and able to communicate confidently in English
• Has strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Works well with young people and families from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Is reliable, patient, and able to work collaboratively with teaching staff
• Has a commitment to supporting student learning and wellbeing

Previous experience working in education or with young people would be an advantage but is not essential.

This position is fixed term until the end of term 4, 2026 to provide targeted language and learning support for identified students. A satisfactory police vet and legal right to work in New Zealand are required.

To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to [email protected] by Wednesday 28 October 2026.