Inclusion and Engagement Lead

The Inclusion and Engagement Lead is a pilot role that has been created to support the Pastoral team and more specifically, the SENCO and Deans to support re-engagement.   This person will have an empathy for inclusion.  Understands that learning is not the same for everyone  but with guidance, encouragement and agreement from agencies, colleagues and families, ākonga can thrive in our College.  This person will have a restorative skill set, use data to inform next steps and be able to engage with outside providers to support transition,  inclusion and engagement.  They hold high expectations and use our Colleges Uara/Values as a framework for their mahi.

In addition to the role, Inclusion and Engagement, there is a Data Tracking (3 hrs) need and additional teaching hours (Flexi and Te Kura/online inclusion) associated with this position.

We value a growth mindset and being committed to deliver flexible, learner-centred, and future-focused learning. The ideal candidate will be adept at catering for diversity and will support the school’s strategic goals, as well as the wider changes in the New Zealand Curriculum and the new education qualification system.

The ability to work in a way that is reflective, supportive, and collaborative with a strong commitment to enabling the success of all students, including a focus on Māori and Pasifika achievement.

We are a PB4L (Positive Behaviour for Learning), and a Restorative school. We value extra-curricular opportunities and look forward to your contribution in this area.

This position is fixed term, part time and comes with additional remuneration of 2 x Middle Management Allowances (MMA).

Commencing on 28 January 2026. This role is suitable for experienced teachers. 

The successful applicant will hold a current practicing certificate issued by the New Zealand Teaching Council.

Tauranga Girls' College School Board holds NZ Immigration employer accreditation.

Applications close:  10 December 2025 at 5 pm.

Emailed applications and CVs will not be accepted.

Questions can be emailed to applications@tgc.school.nz