Home | Head of Learning Support – King’s Junior School (Maternity Cover) ShareHead of Learning Support – King’s Junior School (Maternity Cover)We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Head of Learning Support to cover maternity leave from January 2026. This is a key leadership role offering the opportunity to shape inclusive educational provision within a dynamic and nurturing environment.The successful candidate will be a qualified teacher with proven expertise in SEND, ideally holding the NASENCo qualification. You will lead a dedicated Learning Support team, working closely with staff across our Junior school to ensure pupils with specific learning needs receive excellent, tailored support.Responsibilities include strategic development of SEND provision, leadership of the department, pupil assessment, liaison with parents and external agencies, and oversight of EHCPs. A commitment to collaboration, professional development, and whole-school inclusion is essential.Based in the Kent countryside and close to the Cathedral city of Canterbury, Junior King’s is one of the most prestigious prep schools in the country. Within the heart of the school lies a strong sense of community. We recognise that every child has different strengths and talents, and we pride ourselves on nurturing and helping pupils to reach their true potential.Applications should be submitted via the King’s School website by 19 September 2025. Interviews will take place the week of 29 September 2025. https://ce0748li.webitrent.com/ce0748li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=7936552BH8&VACANCY_ID=732091572WThe King’s school is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
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