As one of the leading girls’ independent boarding schools in the country, we pride ourselves on offering a supportive, enriching and creative environment for our girls.

The Director of Learning Skills and Pupil Progress will be a key member of the Academic Team with specific responsibility for leading and shaping creative and effective support provision to maximise learning opportunities. In this role you will provide strategic direction and development for the support for girls including those who are outstandingly able (OA) and those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The majority of pupils supported by the Learning Skills Department have a mild Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD). You will lead a small team and be responsible for the provision of day to day SEND, EAL and OA support and also take the role as SENDCo for the School.

In addition you will be working in a busy and thriving Boarding School where everyone is encouraged to get fully involved with the life of the School.

For recruitment enquiries, please call 01635 204712

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and any offer of employment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check (DBS) and satisfactory references.

To apply, please download an application form from www.downehouse.net>Jobs

Please send your completed application form, along with a covering letter to: recruitment@downehouse.net
Closing date: Noon on Wednesday, 11th March 2015

Downe House
Cold Ash,
Thatcham,
Berkshire
RG18 9JJ