Roisin McIlduff
Specialist Behaviour Consultant
Founder, Behaviour for Learning
Roisin brings over two decades of experience across education, social care, behaviour support, and wellbeing leadership — working with families, schools, councils, and community organisations across Australia and the United Kingdom.
Her professional background spans inclusive education, trauma-responsiveness practice, quality and compliance leadership, and complex family and community systems.
Areas of specialist expertise:
Behaviour understanding and intervention
Neurodivergent profiles and complex needs
Trauma-informed and relationship-centred practice
Learning difficulties and their impact on behaviour
Calm, steady support during moments of crisis
Qualifications & Professional Registration
Master of Education — Wellbeing & Positive Mental Health
Graduate Diploma in Education
Bachelor of Social Science — Psychology & Cultural Studies
Diploma in Arts — Australian Studies
Registered Teacher — South Australia
Working With Children Check — current
RRHAN-EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect) — current
Continuing Professional Development
A small selection of specialist training completed.
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Berry Street Education Model · Reframe Training (Youth Justice & Exceptional Needs) · SMART Practice & Train the Trainer · Positive Behaviour Support · Understanding Functions of Behaviour · Strategies for Managing Abuse-Related Trauma · Restorative Practices · Pro-Social Relationships
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Neuro-affirming Classrooms · Autism Spectrum Evidence-Informed Practices · Executive Functioning in Children · Inclusion Mindset · Improving Outcomes Through Inclusive Approaches · Structured Teaching for ASD · Supporting Gender Diverse Children & Young People
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Anxiety — Classroom-Based Strategies · Managing Environmental Factors to Reduce Anxiety · Safety Intervention Foundation (CPI) · School Connectedness · Compassionate Foundations Suicide Prevention Suite · Belonging: Inclusive Calm Classrooms · Child Protection Curriculum
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Trauma-Informed Practice · Protective Practices · Managing the Negative Impact of Trauma Work · Introduction to Sensory Processing · Maybo Program — Personal Safety & Conflict Management · Exploring State of Mind
Why Behaviour for Learning Exists
After working with complex behaviour across social care, alternative care, domestic violence services, homelessness and education, one pattern kept emerging: parents were carrying the greatest responsibility with the least support.
Families deserve more than that.
The spark I feel when when I can see it all finally making sense for parents — is the same feeling I've always had watching a student learn. It never gets old!
And when a family returns to tell me about the moments that used to feel impossible — the morning that went differently, the connection that's been rebuilt, the child who is starting to feel understood — that's when I feel it most. The closest thing I can describe it to is watching your child cross the stage on graduation day. Pride that goes all the way down.
That's why this work exists. And it's why I'll never stop doing it.
A Note From Roisin
I bring something to this work that no qualification fully captures: I am a parent myself.
I know what it feels like when things are overwhelming, when nothing seems to work, and when you start to doubt yourself despite doing everything you can.
Even with two decades of training and experience, parenting is still messy, emotional, and deeply personal. I don't come to this work with all the answers. I come with clarity, a structured process, and the ability to sit with complexity without rushing to fix it.
If you are reading this, you are probably someone who has already tried. You deserve support that meets that effort with something more than generic advice.
Recognition
Behaviour for Learning was recognised in the 2026 City of Charles Sturt Business Awards, receiving a High Commendation in the Home Grown category and reaching the finals of the People's Choice category.
"What stands out most is the lasting change. Roisin has helped our son make meaningful progress in his learning, confidence, and ability to participate both at school and in the wider community. She also empowered us as parents, giving us the tools and confidence to support him effectively at home. As a result, family life has become calmer, more connected, and more positive."
From a client's nomination for the 2026 SA Women of Impact Award — Impact in Industry category
If you'd like to understand whether this is the right fit for your family, begin by applying.