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The role Learning Diversity Assistant A fixed term parttime (45 days) position is now available for an experienced Learning Diversity Assistant. The contract is fixed until 9th December 2026, working a minimum of 4 days per week. Key Responsibilities Assist students in classrooms by supporting differentiated learning, delivering interventions and providing physical or emotional support. Work under teacher supervision to help students complete tasks, stay focused, transition between activities and take learning breaks. Record observations and feedback on student progress to aid teachers in shaping learning outcomes. Build positive relationships with students, providing effective support across a range of needs including disabilities and giftedness. Deliver smallgroup intervention programmes, with limited admin time for planning. Secondary LDAs may receive admin time for familiarisation with curriculum and texts. Administrative tasks such as writing ILPs, timetabling and NCCD documentation remain the responsibility of teaching staff. Manage communications, complete incident reports, perform yard duties and fulfil other scheduled responsibilities. Skills and Experience Certificate III Education Support or Professional Certificate of Education Support (Monash University) highly regarded but not essential. Understand the nature of primary or secondary students with special needs. Previous experience as a learning support, integration or teacher aide will be highly regarded but is not a must. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Child Safety The College is committed to promoting and protecting the interests, safety and wellbeing of children, young people and students. The College has no tolerance for abuse of children and students. The College is committed to providing a caring, supportive and safe environment where every child and student has a place, a voice and their story is known. 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. Benefits Free parking and gym on site Employee Assistance Program Applicants must be able to demonstrate a genuine commitment to the Christian ethos of Crest Education. Application Details Applications close Friday 29 May at 10.00am. 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. Education & Training Teaching Aides & Special Needs Closes 29th May 26 Bayside & South Eastern Suburbs Melbourne - All locations Australia - VIC #J-18808-Ljbffr