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Learning Diversity Assistant


Company : Cardinia Shire Council's Multicultural Advisory Gr


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-06-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTIONAbout CREST EducationCREST Education comprises of two independent, coeducational schools with over 2,200 students, an Equestrian Centre and an Environmental Reserve at Clyde North. Hillcrest Christian College, established in 1981, operates from Early Learning to VCE levels, including VCE mainstream, VCE IB and VCE VM. Rivercrest Christian College is an authorised International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) World School, with modern facilities including our brand-new Senior Learning Centre based in Clyde North.CREST Education is a premier Christian educational institution dedicated to fostering academic excellence and spiritual growth. We provide a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to develop their God-given talents and prepare for lives of leadership and service.The role Learning Diversity AssistantA fixed term part-time (3-5 days) position is now available for an experience Learning Support/Diversity Assistant. The role is subject to government funding linked to our operational requirements until the end of the school year (2025).Key Responsibilities:Learning Diversity Assistants (LDAs) support students in classrooms by assisting with differentiated learning, delivering interventions, and offering physical or emotional support.They work under teacher supervision to help students complete tasks, stay focused, transition between activities, and take learning breaks.LDAs may record observations and feedback on student progress to assist teachers in shaping learning outcomes.Building positive relationships with students is key to providing effective support across a range of needs, including disabilities and giftedness.LDAs delivering small group intervention programs may receive limited administrative time for planning.Secondary LDAs may also have admin time allocated for familiarisation with curriculum and texts.Administrative tasks like writing ILPs, timetabling, and NCCD documentation remain the responsibility of teaching staff.LDAs are expected to manage communications, complete incident reports, perform yard duties, and fulfil other scheduled responsibilities.Skills and Experience:Minimum qualification of a Certificate III Education Support or Professional Certificate of Education Support (Monash University)Understand the nature of Primary or Secondary students with special needsPrevious experience as a learning support / integration / teacher aide will be highly regarded but is not a mustExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsCREST Education is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the Colleges Code of Conduct and Child Safe Policy. Applicants are required to provide a valid VIT registration and will be subject to police and background checking in accordance with this policy.Candidates are required to complete the online application and supply a covering letter and CV. Please state all of the subjects you are qualified to teach.Free parking and gym on siteEmployee Assistance ProgramCareer development and ongoing positionApplicants must be able to demonstrate a genuine commitment to the Christian ethos of Crest Education.CREST Education is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the Colleges Code of Conduct and Child Safe Policy. Applicants are required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (non-teachers) or VIT registration (teachers).All applications will be considered upon receiving and CREST Education reserves the right to interview and appoint the role at any time.Candidates are required to complete the online application and provide a covering letter and CV.Applications should be addressed to: Mrs Jo Wiggs, Director Learning Diversity.Learning Diversity Assistant PDHillcrest Christian College - Clyde North, VICCity Cave Clyde North - Clyde North, VICSecret Customer Australia Pty Ltd - Clyde North, VICThe Lester Partnership Pty Ltd - Clyde North, VICTHE LESTER PARTNERSHIP PTY LIMITED - Clyde North, VICPromote local employment to your region, community or member organisation with a uWorkin Talent Community. Find out more . #J-18808-Ljbffr