Temporary Learning Support Teacher

Careerline Ltd; Petworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Petworth is looking for a Temporary Learning Support Teacher to aid students with dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning difficulties. This impactful role involves providing tailored support in both individual and group settings. Candidates should have relevant teaching qualifications and experience, particularly with students in Year 9 and above. This position runs from January 5th, 2026, through March 27th, 2026, and job shares may be considered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of teaching Year 9 and above.
• Qualifications in Special Educational Needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach students one-to-one and in small groups.
• Support students with specific learning difficulties.

Skills

Experience with dyslexia

Experience with ADHD

Experience with autism

Teaching qualifications (Helen Arkell)

Education

SpLD Level 5 or higher

Job description

Temporary Learning Support Teacher - Petworth, West Sussex

Start: 5th January 2026 to 27th March 2026

Our client is an HMC co‑educational boarding and day school that nurtures academic excellence, sporting success and creative talent. The 400‑acre campus on the edge of the South Downs is an area of outstanding beauty.

The College is recruiting for temporary, full time, Learning Support Teachers to start 5th January 2026 for the term to 27th March 2026. They would consider job shares for the right applicants. The role involves teaching students on a one‑to‑one basis and in small groups, in their Academic Access and Achievement department.

SpLD (Level 5 and higher), Helen Arkell and teaching qualifications are advantageous together with demonstrable experience of teaching Year 9 and above. This role is specifically aimed at working with students with dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, ADHD, Autism and Specific Learning Difficulties, across the 11‑18 age range.

They are keen to appoint as soon as possible; applications will be considered on a rolling basis when received with interviews planned thereafter.

Disclosure and Barring Service & Enhanced Checks

NB: This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An enhanced disclosure will be sought through the DBS as part of our client's pre‑employment checks. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS checks, prohibition, media and other checks and references to our satisfaction.

For full details, please apply online or call (phone number removed).