Vacant Positions
Learning Support Coordinator (LSC)
Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto is a full primary school in south-west Christchurch. In 2017, Ngāi Tahu gifted our kura the name Pūroto, recognising the ponds and waterways that surround our school and reflect our unique local environment.
Whakarite ngā kete mō te haerenga! Prepare your kete for the journey! Our vision is to promote the hauora and growth of every tamaiti, equipping each learner with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to thrive throughout life’s journey.
We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Coordinator (LSC) to join our kura from the beginning of the 2027 school year. This is an exciting opportunity to further strengthen our inclusive practices and support equitable outcomes for all learners.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is a registered New Zealand teacher with a current practising certificate.
- Has experience in learning support and inclusive education.
- Has excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills.
- Has a working understanding of the Ministry of Education learning support processes.
- Is committed to culturally responsive practice and achieving positive outcomes for all learners.
- Brings additional strengths and expertise that will enhance this important role.
At the heart of our kura is a deep commitment to relationships. We value strong partnerships with learners, colleagues, and whānau, and seek educators who use effective, engaging pedagogy to create meaningful learning experiences where every child feels valued, supported, and able to succeed.
The terms and conditions, including base salary, are set by the relevant collective agreement.
The position will commence at the start of Term 1, 2027.
Vacancy information, Application Form and Declaration linked here.
Please email your CV, completed application form, and covering letter to:
Chloe Miller
Leadership PA
appointments@beckenham.school.nz
Applications close at 9.00 a.m. on Monday 24 August 2026.
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Relieving Opportunities
We are always looking for quality relievers to add to our preferred relievers list.
If you would like to relieve at Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto, please register with ‘StaffSync‘ and request to be a preferred reliever at our kura (school).
Please also bring the following documents into the Office to be sighted and scanned, as per Ministry of Education requirements:
- 2x ID (license, passport, power bill, etc.)
- The digital .pdf file of your current teaching practicing certificate.
- A .pdf copy of your restraint certificate
We also require a minimum of 2 professional referees, with both phone and email contact details. These can be uploaded to your StaffSync profile.
If you have any pātai (questions) about our school, values, or the process. Or, if you wish to make an appointment outside of school hours to bring in your documents, you can do so by emailing – appointments@beckenham.school.nz