Specialist Assessor & Specialist Teacher

Specialist Assessor & Specialist Teacher

Permanent; Full time

Closing date: Tuesday 24 March 2026 at 12 noon

The School is seeking an innovative, self motivated Specialist Assessor & Teacher to join our forward thinking and ambitious Learning Support team.

The post holder will be responsible for promoting the learning and welfare of pupils by providing practical learning support within the Learning Support department, whilst ensuring record keeping and practice fully comply with exam board and JCQ regulations.

The successful candidate will demonstrate fundamental skills required to deliver a curriculum adapted to meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Responsibilities include conducting and administering assessments and screenings of pupils in accordance with the Code of Practice and JCQ regulations, working closely with Learning Support colleagues to identify learners requiring specialist assessment, and completing the necessary administration and paperwork to secure exam access arrangements, thereby supporting pupils to succeed on their main programmes of study.

Please see the candidate brief for more information.

About Haileybury

Haileybury is a leading co educational independent boarding and day school in Hertfordshire with around 900 pupils, aged 11 to 18. Founded in 1862, Haileybury values its history and traditions while remaining innovative and progressive.

Haileybury has an exceptional reputation in the UK and internationally, highlighted by a recent Independent Schools Inspectorate visit in October 2025 and the award of Boarding School of the Year 2024 by Tes.

We are a dynamic, outward looking and future oriented school that aims to provide high academic achievement, outstanding pastoral care and a rich, varied co curricular programme, preparing pupils to leave school as confident and ambitious individuals.

The school is situated on a beautiful 500 acre estate. Accommodation may be provided either on or near the school site. Other benefits include pension, private healthcare, substantial fee remission, access to facilities such as gyms, swimming pool and a Health and Wellbeing centre, and provision of lunch and other meals as needed within our magnificent dining hall.

Exciting career development opportunities are offered, supported by a comprehensive professional development programme.

How to apply

To apply, complete the application form in full, with reference to the job description, and return it along with a covering letter to by Tuesday 24 March 2026 at 12 noon.

Applicants must only be considered if the application form is filled in completely, including details of full employment history.

The School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date; candidates are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

The School has a diverse pupil body and is committed to equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds to enrich our collective knowledge and experience. Appointments will be made on merit.

Haileybury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the above post must be willing to undergo child protection vetting, including reference checks with previous employers, prohibition checks and a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.