Learner Success Lead

About the role:

The Learner Success Lead looks after our most at risk learners, and ensures that the staff at the campus are aware of how to best support these learners to see them succeed. This role focuses on:

• Supporting and mentoring tutors to build their learner success capabilities
• Providing targeted support to high-priority learners (including Māori, Pasifika, learners with disabilities, low literacy/numeracy, and Level 2)
• Collaborating with campuses to track learner progress and implement support strategies
• Leading inclusive practice and promoting equity across the board

You’ll work closely with the Head of Learner Success, Campus Managers, and teaching teams to lift learner engagement, retention, and achievement.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion equity in qualification completion across learner groups
• Ensure learners with disabilities and neurodiverse needs feel well-supported
• Equip tutors with the tools, confidence, and capability to support success
• Embed LBT/NZMA values through everyday practice and positive leadership

About You

You must be an experienced leader with an educational/training background. You will need to be a strong communicator, and maintain a positive, enthusiastic attitude while inspiring others to follow suit. You need to be able to connect and build relationships within your team of tutors, students and stakeholders so the ability to respect and appreciate differences and diversity is paramount. You are someone who is passionate about the academic success of students and you have a proven history of leading and empowering teams.  

Key Requirements

• A relevant tertiary qualification 
• Experience in leading teams and passionate about learner success and inclusion
• A strong drive to develop others and prepare them to achieve and be successful 
• Proven experience mentoring others and leading change
• High level of interpersonal, communication and presentation skills 
• A genuine interest in and passion for cultural diversity, learners with disabilities and/or neurodiverse conditions, and identifying strategies to ensure their success  
• Group training or teaching experience in a multi-cultural environment 

Who are we?

Land Based Training (LBT) is an innovative Category 1 Tertiary Education Provider offering agricultural-based training programmes with its head office based in Whanganui and branching out with courses and facilities throughout New Zealand.

Land Based Training is part of the NZMA Group, NZ’s largest Private Training Establishment offering vocational courses and qualifications across a range of programmes. With authentic training environments, well-designed programmes and a fun and supportive learning environment, we have a mission to make a meaningful difference in the lives of all our students. 

Our organisation is strong on developing our people and having fun while we do it. We strive for success in everything we do with the strongest integrity. We ensure our team feels valued and informed about the direction we are heading in through in-house training days and our annual conference. 

To find out more about us, please visit https://landbasedtraining.co.nz/

Why work with us?  

• Our organisation is strong on developing our people and having fun while we do it. We ensure our team feels valued and informed about the direction we are heading in. 
• Rewarding opportunity to lead and foster an environment that support students in their education journey 
• Energetic environment where value is placed on delivering outcomes rather than micro-managing tasks 

Our application process:  

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role.

Questions about your identity help us appreciate the diversity of individuals looking to work at UP Education, ensuring we’re attracting applications from people with identities and perspectives that are as diverse as our students. These are voluntary disclosures and candidates can elect not to answer these questions.  

We are an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equity, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.