Head of Learning Support

Windermere School seeks an experienced and committed Head of Learning Support to lead a dedicated team and ensure exceptional provision for pupils with additional learning needs across the School. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, expert knowledge of SEND practice, and the ability to inspire colleagues while championing inclusive, high-quality teaching and learning.

Job Title

Head of Learning Support

Accountable To

Head, the Head of Prep and the Deputy Head

Accountable For

Teaching Assistants within the Faculty

Start Date

April 2026 or sooner

Application Deadline

Thursday 11 December

Applications will only be considered when submitted on a fully completed school application form.

Windermere 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 the Disclosure and Barring Service. We obtain at least 2 references for all staff including those teaching in the Early Years Foundation Stage and enhanced criminal record checks through the Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) for staff and volunteers who will have unsupervised access to children. This is in accordance with requirements under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.

Applicants for posts may be invited for interview where we follow the NSPCC's Safer Recruitment Guidance Procedures.As part of the shortlisting process, the School may consider carrying out an online search of the candidate as part of their due diligence process, in order to identify incidences or issues that are available publicly on-line, that may require exploration with that candidate.The School should inform the shortlisted candidate that on-line searches may be carried out.