Diverse Learning Assistants, Melbourne

Diverse Learning Assistant (Junior School)
Job Type: Full-time, ongoing
Location: Junior School – Melbourne Inner East
Job Category: Teaching and Learning

Prospero Teaching is partnering with a leading Melbourne primary school to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic Diverse Learning Assistant. This is an opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative school culture focused on inclusive education and student wellbeing.

This position will make a significant contribution to a culture of learning and educational excellence. It is a term-time full-time role, supporting the learning needs of students in the Junior School and assisting teachers to deliver high-quality, inclusive programs.

Our Diverse Learning Assistants support students and staff by:

• Assisting classroom teachers in the education of all students, with a focus on students with diverse learning needs

• Supporting student and staff pastoral care

• Participating in professional learning, formation and growth

• Supporting co-curricular activities so students can engage beyond the classroom

• Completing general administrative duties, including reporting and NCCD compliance

• Maintaining duty of care and child safety responsibilities

Our Diverse Learning Assistants work constructively to ensure a positive, supportive, and professional culture is maintained in the classroom and across the school.

What is required:

To be considered for this role, applicants should demonstrate:

• Experience working with students with diverse learning needs or disabilities in a school setting

• Familiarity with targeted intervention strategies and learning programs

• Aptitude, experience or qualifications relevant to the position

• Extensive experience working with children with disabilities through NDIS or NCCD funding is desirable

• Appropriate qualifications, including:

• Certificate III in Education Support

• Certificate IV in Education Support

• Diploma of Education Support

How to apply for this role:

Please share your CV with Laura O’Sullivan – Prospero Teaching
laura@prosperogrp.com or call 0403 303 259 to discuss ahead of time. 

Applications close Friday 12th December 2025, 9:00 am.

For more information about Prospero Teaching and our partner schools, please visit www.prosperogrp.com

Prospero Teaching is committed to ensuring the protection and wellbeing of every child in our care.