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Teacher of Learning Enrichment

TEACHER OF LEARNING ENRICHMENT

KING’S COLLEGE SCHOOL WIMBLEDON

(Part-Time)

Start Date: September 2026

We are currently seeking to appoint a part-time Learning Enrichment teacher (0.6 FTE) from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an outstanding and expanding department, and to shape support for pupils within our warm and dynamic community.

Key responsibilities include the following:

Teaching and support for teaching

  • Delivering specialist 1:1 and group teaching to support pupils; this role will be focused on senior school pupils (years 7-13)
  • Preparing individually tailored lesson plans for each pupil, and organising or creating teaching resources as appropriate
  • Preparing personal teaching timetables (which vary weekly)
  • Target-setting and undertaking detailed evaluation of lessons with follow-up plans
  • Conducting in-class observation of pupils
  • Running workshops for pupils, for instance, in relation to communication skills, study and revision skills

Screening, assessments, pupil profiles and access Arrangements

  • Reading specialist reports and implementing appropriate support, and exam access arrangements if appropriate
  • Preparing and updating pupil profiles and liaising with teaching staff on specific pupil requirements
  • Supporting the head of department to provide written feedback and information for external assessors on individual pupils receiving support when required
  • Responding to referrals from pupils, teachers and parents
  • Carrying out and/or supporting with the administration of group screening assessments
  • Helping to maintain and update pupil records and the LE register
  • Invigilating internal and entrance exams
  • Supporting applicants with admissions-related processes requiring access arrangements

Community and stakeholder engagement

  • Regularly liaising with teaching staff to monitor progress and provide relevant updates or specialist advice
  • Regularly liaising with parents via email, phone calls or face-to-face meetings
  • Attending weekly departmental meetings and other regular meetings to discuss and review pupils receiving support (including head of house and head of year meetings)
  • Contributing and supporting with the promotion of greater understanding and awareness of neurodivergent learners within the King’s community

Person Specification 

We are looking for an enthusiastic Learning Enrichment teacher who is passionate about supporting pupils with learning needs, and keen to see all students develop into fully independent learners.

The successful candidate will have:

  • An eagerness to inspire and support all pupils to flourish and reach their academic potential
  • Strong pastoral instincts and a commitment to excellent pastoral care and safeguarding for all pupils
  • A good Honours degree
  • Prior experience of supporting pupils in a learning support role within a secondary school environment
  • A teaching qualification in SpLD, at a minimum of Level 5, or equivalent
  • Some experience of supporting neurodivergent pupils
  • A thorough knowledge of the principles underpinning the support of pupils with a diverse range of needs
  • An excellent understanding of the latest policies and legislation relating to SEND
  • Excellent communication skills
  • An ability to work well with others
  • Good ICT, organisation and administrative skills
  • A personal commitment to ongoing professional development
  • The ability to take the initiative, and demonstrate resourcefulness, resilience and adaptability

The following would be advantageous:

  • Prior experience of working with high achieving, academically able pupils
  • Prior experience of supporting EAL pupils
  • A desire to contribute to the school’s thriving cocurricular programme

King’s is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum.  Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.

To apply for this role, please register your details online via our website www.kcs.org.uk (under useful information / career opportunities).  Once you have registered your details with us, you can apply for vacancies by logging into the candidate area using your email address and chosen password.  You will be asked to fill an online application form which includes a covering letter.

Closing date: Tuesday 5th May 2026 at 9am

Interviews: Tuesday 12th May 2026

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

King’s is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff 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. King’s College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.

By |2026-04-22T10:44:48+01:00April 22nd, 2026|SEN vacancies|Comments Off on Teacher of Learning Enrichment

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

Part Time

Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 12.30pm (but this can be discussed)

To start as soon as possible

We are looking for a specialist SEND Learning Support Assistant to work 1:1 with a child with additional needs currently in our Reception class.  This position will be in place initially for the Summer Term with the possibility of continuing into September 2026. This role will be funded by the parents of the child and as such you will be employed by the family and not the school, although you will be working at Elstree.

Your experience of working with children with additional behavioural needs will be supported by working closely with the Head of Pre-Prep, the Head of Learning Development and the child’s class teacher.  You will be a passionate and enthusiastic teaching assistant and will complement our Pre-Prep teaching team as well as being able to use your own initiative.

Your experience should include:

  • Working with children who find it challenging to manage their emotions
  • Experience of suggesting strategies to positively manage challenging behaviours
  • Working as part of a team
  • Liaising with parents to update them on the daily progress of their child
  • Supporting the child with their academic work if unable to complete it in the classroom with their peers.

To arrange an initial conversation with our Head of Pre-Prep to find out more about the role, please email Rachel Pither, Head of HR at apply@elstreeschool.org.uk.  Please note that you will also be required to meet the family as part of the recruitment process and that your application form will be shared with them.  Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but all applications are to be received by Midday, 22nd April 2026.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Closing date: Midday, 22nd April 2026.

By |2026-04-01T16:30:08+01:00April 1st, 2026|SEN vacancies|Comments Off on 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant
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