Prep School Learning Support Teacher

Sherbert Jobs; Bath; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Kingswood School in Bath is seeking a part-time Prep School Learning Support Teacher to assist pupils with Specific Learning Difficulties (dyslexia, dyspraxia, dysgraphia, ASD, ADHD) so they reach their potential.

The successful candidate will hold Level 5 SLD teaching qualification; Level 7 SpLD qualification is advantageous, with experience in learning support and access arrangements.

Qualifications

• Qualification in teaching pupils with Specific Learning Difficulties (Level 5).
• Postgraduate SpLD Level 7 qualification or equivalent is advantageous.
• Experience assessing for access arrangements is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Specific Learning Difficulties to reach their full academic potential.
• Work within the Prep School Learning Support Department to assist learning needs.
• Collaborate with staff to implement inclusive teaching strategies three days per week.

Skills

Learning Support experience

SLD specialist knowledge

Assessment for access arrangements

Education

Qualified to teach pupils with Specific Learning Difficulties (Level 5)

Postgraduate SpLD Level 7 qualification (advantage)

Job description

Apply for Prep School Learning Support Teacher

Kingswood School

For the 2026-2027 academic year, we are looking to appoint a well-qualified and experienced teacher to work in the Learning Support Department, supporting pupils with a range of Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, dysgraphia, ASD or ADHD, to ensure that they are able to reach their full academic potential.

At Kingswood, we believe in the power and importance of truly holistic education. We value inspirational teaching and learning in a caring, supportive and inclusive community, where academic achievement and high standards are combined with a sense of responsibility and service.

For the 2026-2027 academic year, we are looking to appoint a well-qualified and experienced teacher to work in the Learning Support Department at our Prep School, supporting pupils with a range of Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, dysgraphia, ASD or ADHD, to ensure that they are able to reach their full academic potential.

The successful candidate must have a qualification in teaching pupils with Specific Learning Difficulties (Level 5) as well as relevant experience. In addition, a postgraduate SpLD Level 7 qualification or equivalent which allows them to assess for access arrangements, would be an advantage.

In return we offer a competitive benefits package, and a supportive and exciting educational environment in which colleagues can develop, thrive and make a difference to the hearts and minds of young people. The role is part-time for three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) for the 2026/27 academic year.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 4 November, midday.

Kingswood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to complete relevant safeguarding and enhanced DBS checks, including a check of the children's barred list.