Location:
Great Walstead
Salary:
Competitive
Closing Date:
14/05/2026 12:00
Position Type:
{Advertised Full Time / Part Time}
Expiry Date:
14/05/2026 12:00
The Vacancy
Great Walstead School are seeking a Learning Support Literacy Teacher, Year 6 - 8 to join their active and exciting team. The Learning Enhancement Department is situated in the heart of the school with designated teaching areas. We are not a highly selective school, but it is important that pupils who attend are able to access the curriculum and to that end there is a gentle selection process for pupils joining the school.
The Learning Enhancement Department consists of full and part-time members of staff and is an integral part of the school, that works effectively with teachers across the Prep, Pre-Prep and Pre-School.
The post holder will contribute actively to the wider life of the school, working collaboratively, upholding the school’s ethos and standards, and participating in co-curricular activities, events and professional development. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is a core responsibility of the role.
The Company
To view the full job description please see the documents attached at the bottom of the page. To apply please click the green 'apply' button in the top right-hand corner. If you require further information please contact the HR team on 01444 483528 or email vacancies@greatwalstead.co.uk.
A completed application should be submitted by the closing date of 14/05/2026 12:00, although applications may be considered upon receipt.
Great Walstead is a dynamic Independent Day School nestled in the glorious Sussex countryside on a site of 250 acres, surrounded by fields and woodland. The School seeks to nurture academic ability, kind character and a spirit of adventure in our pupils whose ages range from 2 ½ to 13 years old. The School believes that children are born creative, curious and imaginative.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all of our staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the DBS and to register with the update service.
Great Walstead is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Data Handling – please refer to Great Walstead’s Data Protection Policy and Privacy Notice which can be found on the School’s website Registered Charity No 307002.
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