Prep School SENDCo and Learning Support Teacher

Summary:

Prep School SENDCo and Learning Support Teacher needed for September 2026 start.

About the School:

A school with a strong heritage and commitment to academic excellence, co-educational and independent, offering a comprehensive education from age 2 to 18. It fosters a culture of ambition, creativity, and innovation, with a focus on character development and holistic growth.

The Opportunity:

As a Prep School SENDCo and Learning Support Teacher, you will lead the school’s Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision and deliver classroom teaching. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives while contributing to the strategic development of the Learning Support Department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Prep School’s SEND provision, ensuring it meets the needs of all students.
• Deliver high-quality classroom teaching to support students with additional needs.
• Liaise regularly with students, parents, and colleagues to ensure a coordinated approach to learning support.
• Work closely with the Head of Learning Support, deputising when required and contributing to the strategic direction of the department.
• Develop and implement individual education plans (IEPs) tailored to student needs.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of support strategies and make recommendations for improvement.
• Promote inclusive practices across the school and contribute to staff training and development.
• Maintain accurate records and reports on student progress and interventions.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified teacher with experience in SEND provision.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a learning support department.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in classroom teaching with a focus on inclusion and differentiation.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Preferred

• Experience in a co-educational independent school setting.
• Familiarity with the UK education system and SEND frameworks.
• Experience with curriculum development and staff training.
• Knowledge of assistive technologies and inclusive teaching strategies.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary, above that of the maintained sector.
• Membership of the Harrow Corporation DC Pension Scheme with an additional 6% salary enhancement.
• Comprehensive benefits including fees remission for children of staff and a laptop for teaching staff.