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Peripatetic Maths Learning Support Teacher
Peripatetic Maths Learning Support Teacher
Self-employed | Part-time (1 day per week, initially) Required from September 2026
St Catherine’s School, Bramley, seeks to appoint an enthusiastic and energetic Peripatetic Maths Learning Support Teacher to join our Learning Support Department from September.
This is a self-employed, part-time position, initially for one day per week, with the potential for the role to expand over time.
The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, targeted support to pupils across the Senior School with identified learning needs. Working flexibly across year groups, you will provide specialist maths intervention to enable pupils with SEND and additional learning needs to access the curriculum, build confidence, and achieve their full potential.
Key responsibilities include:
Delivering structured 1:1 maths interventions, including numeracy, reasoning, and GCSE/Sixth Form preparation
Supporting pupils with specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADHD and processing challenges
Contributing to individual education plans, pupil passports and EHCP reviews
Adapting resources and recommending strategies to support curriculum access
Preparing pupils for exams and supporting access arrangements
Working collaboratively with teaching staff to promote inclusive practice
Maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with parents and colleagues
The ideal candidate will:
Have strong experience supporting pupils with SEND and SpLD in maths
Demonstrate a proven ability to raise attainment and close gaps in learning
Be highly organised, adaptable, and able to work independently
Use structured, sequential approaches to teaching maths and build pupil confidence
Be committed to promoting independence and reducing maths anxiety
The role involves invoicing parents directly on a termly basis.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted on My New Term via: www.stcatherines.info/welcome/job-opportunities
Closing Date is: 10am, Wednesday 24 June 2026.
Early applications are encouraged. Interviews may occur at any time before the closing date.
St Catherine’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past emplo
Peripatetic Learning Support Teacher
Peripatetic Learning Support Teacher
Part-time (2 days per week initially) Start: September 2026
St Catherine’s School, Bramley is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Peripatetic Learning Support Teacher to join our Academic Mentoring Department from September.
The Peripatetic Learning Support Teacher will provide high-quality, targeted 1:1 support to pupils with a range of additional learning needs, including dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD and ASC, across the Senior School. The successful candidate will play a key role in enabling pupils to build confidence, make strong academic progress and thrive.
Key Responsibilities include:
Deliver specialist 1:1 SEND support tailored to individual needs
Support staff with differentiation and inclusive classroom strategies
Monitor pupil progress and maintain accurate records (IEPs/pupil passports)
Communicate effectively with parents, including termly reports and parents’ evenings
Promote pupil confidence, independence and self-advocacy
Contribute to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at all times
About You
Specialist SEND qualification required (e.g. Level 5/7 SpLD, APC, NASENCO)
Experience supporting pupils across KS3–KS5, including exam access arrangements
Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and inclusive pedagogy
Ability to work independently with excellent organisation and communication skills
Good working knowledge of the GCSE and A Level exams system including access arrangements
Confident using assistive technology and supporting a range of subjects
Terms
Self-employed position
To invoice parents
Two days per week initially, with potential to grow
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted on My New Term via: www.stcatherines.info/welcome/job-opportunities
Closing Date is: 10am, Wednesday 24 June 2026.
Early applications are encouraged. Interviews may occur at any time before the closing date.
St Catherine’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS and barred list check. The School is an equal opportunities employer.
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Spring Appeal 2026
This Spring, we’re asking for your help.
Can you join our circle of supporters who can make dyslexia help accessible to all.
Every day, children and adults turn to us for life‑changing dyslexia support. By joining our circle of monthly supporters, you make sure no one is left behind.
Your monthly gift keeps our work running, every single day.
How your donation helps
A regular gift helps us provide assessments, specialist tuition, learning resources and advice to people of all ages, when they need it most.
Your donation will strengthen the charity from the ground up, giving us the resilience, flexibility and the stability we need to support every learner who walks through our doors.
It also allows us to put your support to work where it’s needed most, so we can respond quickly when families require urgent help.
Why become a monthly supporter?
You create stability. Regular donations help us plan ahead and say “yes” to more families in need.
You change lives.“The assessment changed everything for our family. We finally felt understood.”
You keep the wheels turning. Your support helps us deliver our services.
Can you help us this Spring?
A little each month makes a big difference. Your monthly gift supports the whole charity, helping every part of our work.
By giving from £5, £10, £20 or any amount that feels right to you, you help us nurture confidence, self‑belief, and lifelong learning – building strength from the ground up for every learner and for the charity itself.
If you can donate, please visit our Just Giving Campaign here.
Sign up to the London Landmarks Half Marathon in 2027 and run for Dyslexia!
Run the London Landmarks Half Marathon in 2027 for Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity.
Explore iconic sights like Big Ben and St Paul’s on a unique closed-road route through central London and help us raise funds for people with dyslexia.
Whether you’re running for a personal challenge, to beat your personal best or supporting dyslexia, the London Landmarks Half Marathon promises an inspiring and memorable experience in one of the world’s greatest cities.
Royal Parks Half Marathon – Waitlist Open
We are now operating a waitlist for places in the popular Royal Parks Half Marathon this October.
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Financial Support for Dyslexia Assessments in Wiltshire
We have a limited amount of bursary funding available for dyslexia assessments in the Wiltshire area.
This is available for those aged between 8 and 25 who live in Wiltshire.
If you need financial support for an assessment and live in the county this is time limited, so please apply for an assessment before 5th June.
Please find more information on our assessments page here.
Please note all applications for bursary support are now open until Friday 5th June 2026.
Tesco Stronger Starts
We’ve been successful in six more areas with Tesco Stronger Starts!
This scheme gives community projects grants of up to £1,500, and Tesco customers can now vote for Helen Arkell in the following areas:
Princes Risborough
Petersfield
Pulborough
Chichester
Eastleigh
Fareham
Voting runs from 28 April – 31 JulyEvery blue token for Helen Arkell in these Tesco stores is a vote to help decide how much funding we receive.
Through this project, we’ll provide specialist dyslexia training to teachers and teaching assistants in local schools across these areas.
This training supports not only current pupils, but many more children throughout each teacher’s career.
Pop a blue token in the box the next time you’re in store!
Trustee Wanted
Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity is looking for a new trustee with fundraising or income generation experience to join our Board.
You’ll help guide our charity and manage and oversee our work. Most importantly, you will support our mission to remove barriers for people with dyslexia by providing expert, personal and life-changing support.
If you are passionate and enthusiastic about our charity, and want to put your fundraising expertise to good use, we want to hear from you!
This is a voluntary role requiring about 8-12 days a year.
Please send your application to julieb@helenarkell.org.uk, including your CV and a short statement outlining your interest.
