Head of Learning Support

We have a new opportunity at our leading co-educational preparatory school. We are recruiting for a:

Head of Learning Support

We are looking for an exceptional individual, who is a suitably qualified and experienced specialist, to lead the Learning Hub in our vibrant school. Overseeing a small team of Learning Hub Teachers and Assistants the postholder will coordinate all aspects of the department to ensure each child is able to reach their potential.

Someone with a genuine passion for their profession, applicants must be enthusiastic and inspirational classroom practitioners with excellent communication skills, to work with our children and their families.

Application forms should be returned to recruitment@thedownsschool.co.uk

by 9am on Monday 4 May 2026

Interviews are anticipated to be held in Thursday 7 May 2026.

The Downs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media account names/handles, as part of their application.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Head of Learning Hub

Teaching Staff Application form

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Please complete the form below if you'd like to submit your application for this role. Please attach the completed form as a PDF and detail the job role within the form. A member of our team will be in touch.