Parent Funded Learning Assistant

2 days ago

Epsom, New Zealand St Cuthbert's College Full time

Parent Funded Learning Assistant

Part-time, Term-time only, Fixed-term

Hours negotiable

Epsom, Auckland

Commencement Date: February 2026

End Date: November 2026

About us:

St Cuthbert's College is an independent Y0–13 day and boarding school for 1500 girls, located in central Auckland. At St Cuthbert's, we have been educating and growing amazing young women for over a century now, with a focus on academic, sporting and cultural results.

About the role:

We are seeking an outstanding learning assistant to join our team. Our learning assistants work alongside a student and their teachers to support their academic progress and provide support for student wellbeing. Learning Assistants provide one-on-one educational support to help a student succeed academically across their subjects.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assisting with task completion
  • Supporting digital device use
  • Adapting classroom materials to individual needs
  • Providing reader/writer assistance
  • Work collaboratively with teachers to implement and modify learning programmes
  • Maintain daily records of sessions
  • Develop tailored resources
  • Act as a bridge between the student, teaching staff, and parents through regular communication about progress and challenges.
  • Foster a positive relationship with the student to facilitate their learning and engagement.
  • Supporting students to access the curriculum across a range of subjects
  • Enabling students to develop strategies for organisation
  • Providing daily updates about learning goals and progress

The successful candidate will:

  • Display a high level of empathy
  • Have prior experience with neurodiverse students
  • Use initiative to respond to the needs of students
  • Communicate effectively with others
  • Be well-organised and display a high level of attention to detail
  • Have a high degree of proficiency in verbal and written English
  • Show an ability to work unsupervised
  • Be able to complete work promptly and efficiently
  • Demonstrate the ability to work positively and appropriately as part of a school community

Applicants for this position have NZ permanent residency or a valid NZ work visa.

If you believe that you have what it takes, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply:

If you wish to apply, please follow the provided link and submit a cover letter and CV. Please refer to the position description for more information, or contact our Human Resources team at  if you have any questions.

Please note: we are unable to accept applications, CVs, or cover letters sent via email. All applications must be submitted via our online system by clicking 'Apply'.

Closing Date: Monday 24 November 2025 at 3pm

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