Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools The Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools (DLCS) provides a range of services to support approximately 3,500 staff in 45 vibrant and dynamic Catholic school communities that serve more than 18,000 students. The DLCS assists schools to build teaching and leadership capabilities in communities of professional educators who share responsibility for school improvement and for achieving the best outcomes for our students.

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Neurodiversity Specialist

Location: Tweed Heads NSW or Lismore NSW

Tenure: Two part-time positions available, commencing in January 2027.

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The Rewards

- Enhanced Leave: 14 weeks of paid primary carer leave, 10 days of paid compensatory leave (pro-rata for part-time employees), LSL after 5 years of continuous service, and a Christmas-New Year shutdown period.
- Benefits: Salary packaging including novated car leasing, work motor vehicle + fuel card, laptop, and a mobile phone.
- Flexibility: Part-time roles working 0.6FTE, or 3 days per week.
- Health and Growth: Fitness Passport (discounted gym/aquatic), free annual flu vax and EAP services, and dedicated career development pathways.

The Lifestyle Whether you seek the vibrant, dual-state energy of the Tweed Coast, or the heart of the Northern Rivers in Lismore, this role offers the ultimate NSW sea change. Balance world-class amenities with the authentic charm of regional community living.



Overview Of Role The Neurodiversity Specialist strengthens equitable learning across K–12 for neurodivergent learners, working directly with school leaders and teaching teams to provide specialist support and coaching to ensure neurodivergent students can learn, belong and thrive.

They carry the direct specialist work of classroom/student observation, teacher support and planning to improve classroom and school practice. Working alongside the Inclusion Specialist, the Neurodiversity Specialist provides specific expertise and contributes to personalised planning that Partners and school leaders draw on.

This role supports the underlying Mission of Catholic Education in the Diocese of Lismore by delivering services that contribute to enabling students to achieve the fullness of life.

To Apply

Please submit an online application, which includes a resume and a cover letter tailored to the key capabilities listed in the Position Description.

Additional Information

- Click this link for information on our Diocese and region.
- Relocating to the region? Check out The Welcome Experience by NSW Government.

Enquiries: [email protected] Applications close: 9am, Monday 30 November 2026.

Note

- The advertisement closing date is subject to change without notice, and interviews may commence prior to the official closure.
- We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies for this position and will not be liable for any associated fees.

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Protected Schools Child Protection legislation requires staff to hold a valid NSW WWCC An equal-opportunity employer

📌 Neurodiversity Specialist (Lismore)
🏢 Diocese Of Lismore Catholic Schools
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