Teacher of Learning Support

Summary

Join an established Learning Support department to deliver tailored 1:1 and small-group instruction for students with learning difficulties, helping them build core study skills, organization, and exam confidence. Key Responsibilities Targeted Instruction: Plan and deliver multisensory 1:1 and small-group lessons in study skills, literacy, numeracy, and exam prep. IEPs & Reporting: Interpret specialist reports (EP, OT, Speech & Language) to create actionable IEPs and track progress. Staff Collaboration: Advise subject teachers on differentiation strategies, assistive tech, and reasonable adjustments. Pastoral & School Life: Act as a tutor and contribute to co-curricular and occasional boarding/house duties.

Detail

This is a role for a teacher who specialises in supporting students with underlying learning difficulties across Years 9–13, helping them develop study skills, organisation and exam technique so they can access the full curriculum. You will join a well-established Learning Support department and deliver tailored one-to-one and small-group lessons from January 2027, working closely with classroom teachers and parents to translate strategies into classroom success.

What you'll be doing

1. Plan, prepare and deliver multisensory lessons, differentiated for individual or small-group needs, focussing on study skills, organisation, literacy, numeracy and exam technique.
2. Gather and use assessment information (external reports, specialist assessments, discussions with Heads of House and the Head of Learning Support) to inform teaching and maintain up-to-date Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
3. Set and review targets with students, monitor progress and ensure strategies taught are applied in mainstream lessons and independent study.
4. Write termly Learning Support reports for pupils receiving regular support and contribute to the SEND register.
5. Summarise and record key points from external reports (Educational Psychologists, OT, Speech & Language) into a usable format for staff and students.
6. Advise and support subject teachers on differentiation and classroom strategies; share effective techniques and assist with reasonable adjustments.
7. Use information technology and assistive technologies to support lesson planning, delivery and reporting.
8. Contribute to the development of the department through meetings and training; keep abreast of sector developments and share best practice.
9. Fulfil broader academic duties: act as a tutor (pastoral responsibilities for a small tutor group), participate in co-curricular duties and occasional boarding/house duties as required by the academic timetable.

What we're looking for

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or NQT and a good honours degree.

• Relevant SEND-specific training or qualifications and experience teaching pupils aged 13–18.

• Strong knowledge of multi-sensory approaches, study skills teaching and individual planning.

Desirable

• Understanding of JCQ exam regulations.

• Experience using Google Education tools and assistive technology.