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BLENNZ Homai School – School Teaching and Learning Lead

1.0 Permanent – 2MU

Full Time Permanent position – commencing as mutually agreed.

BLENNZ Homai Campus School is a specialist school and part of BLENNZ’s national network of education services for ākonga who are blind, low vision or deafblind.

Position Summary

The Teaching and Learning Lead role is a leadership position and you will be required to work in collaboration with the School Senior Leadership team. The role requires a reflective practitioner who can coach, guide, and influence others while building strong, trusting relationships across the school community.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership

  • Support teachers in day‑to‑day teaching and learning through modelling, mentoring, observation, and feedback.
  • Work collaboratively with Practice Leads to steer the school toward a model of excellence.
  • Provide targeted support to ensure best outcomes for all students, including those with diverse learning needs.
  • Lead the implementation and effective use of assistive technology applications that enhance learning access and engagement.
  • Support assessment practice across all levels of the school, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and meaningful use of data.

Professional Capability Building

  • Coach staff to strengthen pedagogical practice and build confidence in evidence‑based approaches.
  • Identify professional development needs within teams and contribute to the design and delivery of high‑impact learning opportunities.

Collaboration and Relationships

  • Build high‑trust, collaborative relationships with teachers, leaders, and support staff.
  • Work in partnership with colleagues to create a cohesive, supportive, and growth‑focused professional culture.

Key Skills and Attributes

  • Deep understanding of effective teaching practice and foundational learning skills.
  • Strong coaching and mentoring skills
  • Skilled in using assistive technologies to support diverse learners

Experience and qualifications in vision education are necessary, alongside a proven ability to coach/mentor and support colleagues.

If you are someone who is passionate, positive, and a genuine team player – who brings both professionalism and a sense of fun to their work each day please send a cover letter and CV to Karen Callaghan (Assistant Principal School Services) c/o-Carolyn.Barton@blennz.school.nz

Applications close 20th March 2026