Learning Assistant

Trinity Catholic College; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Catholic College in Dunedin invites applications for a Learning Assistant to join our Learning Support team on a short term fixed contract for the 2026 year. The role is term-time only, 20-25 hours per week across five days, primarily to support Intermediate classes in Te Timatuka.

The successful candidate will be flexible, computer literate, patient and mature, with an interest in working with junior students. Prior experience in Primary Education environments is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Must be flexible, computer literate, patient and mature.
• Interest in working with junior students.
• Understanding of Primary Education environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to Intermediate classes.
• Assist with class activities and routines in Te Timatuka.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Flexible

Patient and mature

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Trinity Catholic College - Dunedin, South Island

An opportunity exists for a Learning Assistant to join our Learning Support team for a short term fixed contract. This will be a term-time only contract, starting as soon as possible and finishing up at the end of the 2026 academic year. This is a new position offering 20-25 hours per week over five days. This position is primarily to support our Intermediate classes in Te Timatuka, so having an understanding of Primary Education would be an advantageous.

The successful applicant will be flexible, computer literate, patient and mature, and have an interest in working with junior students. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential. It would be advantageous to have a proven record of working with, and an understanding of young people and their specific learning needs, although training and support will be given to the successful applicant. Prior experience or a good understanding of Primary Education environments would be advantageous.

Immediate start is preferred but there may be some room for negotiation for the right candidate.

Applications close on September 7th 2026. Please note that we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may interview and appoint before the closing date, so do not delay your application.

Trinity Catholic College is recognised as one of Otago's leading achievers in co-educational secondary school education. Considerable emphasis is placed on personal development, spiritual growth through our special character, leadership and community awareness. Police vetting is required