Fixed term: 1st January 2026 to 31st August 2026
Part time: 17 hours per week, term time only.
Salary: £37.80 per hour
Closing date Thursday 30th October, interviews held week commencing 3rd November
The Role
Monkton is seeking to appoint a Specialist Teacher to the Learning Support Department to work in the Senior School. As the successful candidate you will be dynamic, ambitious and seeking to develop your skills in a school that grows fruitful people through innovation and a commitment to professional growth, and prioritises relationships over systems.
Monkton’s Learning Support department reflects the ethos of the school in its care for individual pupils. The Department is situated in pleasant rooms in the centre of the school and is staffed by three qualified specialist teachers. Pupils with specific learning difficulties, such as dyslexia and dyspraxia, are taught in weekly individual sessions. During these lessons literacy skills, study skills, and curriculum support are available, according to individual needs.
This role would suit an enthusiastic professional who will support individual pupils and small groups to develop their metacognitive learning skills so that they can be more confident and successful learners in the wider curriculum. This post would suit a wide range of professionals, including Teachers and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants, both of whom would be confident and skilled in delivering individualised Learning Support to our young people.
This role is for 17 hours per week, Monday to Friday at a rate of £37.80 per hour. This includes 24 lessons and additional time for meetings. We would do our best to timetable over 3 days per week, 4 at a maximum. This role would be suitable for candidates seeking a job share.
For further information please see the Candidate Information Pack.
Safeguarding
Monkton Combe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.
How to apply
You should submit your application form and letter of application by clicking on the 'Application Page' button on our Work With Us page https://www.monktoncombeschool.com/key-information/work-with-us Alternatively you should apply enclosing a letter of application, fully completed application form and full curriculum vitae, with details of your qualifications and experience.
We encourage early application as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates are found. If you would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR department on 01225 721149.