We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support & Cover Assistant (Preparatory Divisions) to provide support to pupils from Reception to Year 6 at New Hall School.

Description

We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support & Cover Assistant (Preparatory Divisions) to provide support to pupils from Reception to Year 6 at New Hall School. The Preparatory Divisions offer a vibrant and academically ambitious environment where exceptional teaching, character formation and service to others are central to School life.

This full-time, term-time only role provides high quality support for pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including dyslexia, autism spectrum disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The role includes one-to-one support, small group intervention, and in class assistance to help pupils engage fully in learning and achieve their potential. The Learning Support & Cover Assistant will also supervise classes when required and contribute positively to the wider life of the Preparatory Divisions.

Key responsibilities:

• to support and contribute to the Catholic ethos of the School in accordance with the Mission and Ethos statement
• to promote the values and strategic aims of the School
• to maintain an understanding of strategies to support pupils with SEND
• to provide one to one and small group learning support to pupils across the Preparatory Divisions
• to deliver targeted interventions in Literacy, Maths, Language and fine motor skills under the guidance of the SENDCO and heads of department
• to support pupils with SEND in class ensuring they can access the curriculum
• to implement strategies and support plans agreed with teachers and the SENDCO
• to encourage high expectations for pupil achievement, behaviour and effort
• to foster positive relationships that support pupils’ confidence, motivation and wellbeing
• to promote social inclusion and positive peer relationships
• to support pupils in developing independence organisation and learning skills
• to monitor and record pupil progress and feedback to relevant staff
• to participate in training and professional development relevant to the role
• to supervise classes when required, ensuring pupils complete the work set by the teacher
• to explain tasks and maintain a positive and purposeful learning environment
• to support the co-curricular programme before School, during lunch and after School as required
• to support School trips visits and residential activities where appropriate
• to help create a safe positive and inclusive learning environment for pupils
• to promote and safeguard the welfare of pupils in line with safeguarding and child protection policies
• to report any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead
• to comply with health and safety, medical and first aid policies and procedures
• to undertake supervision duties before School, during break, lunch and after School as required
• to uphold high standards of pupil behaviour and conduct across the School

The successful candidate will be expected:

• to have a clear understanding of, and commitment to, the aims of a Catholic independent boarding and day School
• to demonstrate commitment to the values expressed in the Mission and Ethos statement
• to understand the importance of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• to be able to support learning effectively in one-to-one small group and classroom contexts
• to be able to deliver targeted interventions in literacy and numeracy under guidance from the SENDCO
• to be able to follow guidance while using initiative to adapt support to pupil needs
• to demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills
• to have strong organisational and time management skills
• to be able to work flexibly across different learning environments
• to be proficient in the use of IT
• to demonstrate excellent spoken and written English
• to be able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• to demonstrate a patient nurturing and empathetic approach to supporting pupils with a range of learning needs
• to set high expectations for pupil progress behaviour and conduct
• to be willing to undertake training and ongoing professional development
• to demonstrate the ability to relate effectively to primary aged pupils
• to show enthusiasm for supporting pupils’ reading and literacy development
• to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability
• to demonstrate integrity and a commitment to the values of the School

What New Hall offers:

• Excellent benefits & CPD
• Lunch without charge in term time
• Discounted annual membership for New Hall Sport Club

New Hall School offers an exceptional working environment. The main campus occupies the stunning Grade I listed former Tudor palace of Beaulieu. The School’s conference and events venue is at the Grade I listed Boreham House, one mile away. New Hall is a warm, welcoming, and supportive community, with a staff of around 300.

Beaulieu Park railway station is at the entrance to New Hall’s Avenue: 30 minutes to Stratford and 38 minutes to London Liverpool Street. The Elizabeth Line at Shenfield (13 minutes by train) terminates at Heathrow airport. There are nearby airports: London Stansted, London Southend and London City.

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of this advertisement.

Application closing date: midday, Friday 1 May 2026

All adults employed by the New Hall School have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations. All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

As well as verification of identity, we ask all successful candidates to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we may also conduct an online search about any shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet safeguarding duties, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). New Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

SAFEGUARDING AND FURTHER INFORMATION

Due to the nature of this role, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. In making your application, it is essential you disclose whether you have any pending charges, convictions, bind-overs or cautions and, if so, for which offences. This post will be exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are ‘spent’ under the provision of the Act, and, in the event of the employment being taken up; any failure to disclose such convictions will result in dismissal or disciplinary action. The fact that a pending charge, conviction, bind-over or caution has been recorded against you will not necessarily debar you from consideration for this appointment.