Learning Diversity Assistant

Founded in 1904, the College embraces the legacy of Saint Brigid and is committed to the core values and beliefs of the Brigidine tradition of Strength and Kindliness. Kilbreda students today have every opportunity to become women of hope and compassion with a personal commitment to justice and the courage to speak out and respond to the needs of others.

Kilbreda College is a Kildare Education Ministries School in the Brigidine Tradition.

Learning Diversity Assistant:

The Learning Diversity Assistant actively assists students with diverse/additional learning needs to access, participate, and engage in the curriculum primarily through in-class support. The Learning Diversity Assistant provides direct and indirect assistance to individual students or groups of students under the direction and supervision of the Head of Learning Diversity and from the Subject Teacher during class.

About You

• Relevant qualifications, one or two-year post-secondary certificate eg. Certificate III in Educational Support, or a demonstrated willingness to complete a qualification
• Experience working with and supporting students with additional learning needs (advantageous)
• Strong relational and interpersonal skills in order to establish positive relationships with staff and students
• Flexibility and the ability to operate effectively in a changing environment
• A strong commitment to team work and working collaboratively with others
• Well-developed ICT skills
• Demonstrated commitment to professional learning to build capacity
• Current First Aid certification (desirable)
• Demonstrated commitment to Catholic Education and an understanding of the importance of charism and spiritual tradition in the life of an order-owned Catholic school
• A commitment to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children
• A current Working with Children Check (employee) and National Police Check are essential requirements for this position.

These positions are for the 2027 school year, part-time (8.30am – 3.30pm), fixed term. Commencing Term 1, 2027.

Applications close Monday 17 August 2026

Your application will include a cover letter, resume and any supporting documents requested in the application form.

Do not hesitate in completing your application as interviews may be arranged prior to the closing date.

Kilbreda College 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 School's Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. Applicants will be required to undergo police and background checks in accordance with this policy.