We are seeking a Learning Support Assistant – You will support the educational, social, and physical needs of students throughout the school, including those with special educational needs and possibly requiring behavioural support, enabling them to fully access the curriculum and integrate within the school. The successful candidate will be positive and have a can-do approach to challenges faced.
As a small secondary school in the area, we have built a unique sense of community based on our Christian values. This a place where everyone – students and staff alike – look out for everyone else. Our children are exceptionally loyal to their teachers, yet that loyalty has to be earned, so you’ll need great people skills and a real passion for teaching and learning.
One of our greatest strengths is our exceptionally rich extracurricular programme, including the Greenpower racing team and Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. In short, we do whatever it takes to realise our pupils’ potential and we’re confident we’ll soon capture your imagination.
We’re equally committed to releasing the talents of our staff, so you can be assured that we’ll invest heavily in your professional development. Being part of the Enlighten Learning Trust, allows for unique opportunities to share best practices and pioneer innovative approaches to learning. Add in a welcoming and supportive environment and an exceptionally supportive Head who loves to collaborate, and you have all the ingredients for a challenging, stimulating and rewarding future.
You can also expect some outstanding facilities and opportunities, access to an indoor swimming pool, and the chance to participate in overseas excursions including ski trips. What’s more, you’ll be based in elegant Dorking in the heart of the beautiful Surrey hills, with excellent travel connections and easy access to London.
If you are excited by an opportunity to make a difference and join a school that is on a journey of rapid improvement with the challenge and learning that brings, then we would love to meet and welcome you to our team.
Salary £24,510 Annually (FTE) Pro rata salary £ 16,406
28.75 Hours for 38 weeks per year (term time only)
Fixed Term for one year in the first instance
We welcome early applications and will consider holding interviews and appointing before the closing date for strong candidates.
Closing Date: Sunday 28 September 2025
Interview Date: Interviews will be held week commencing 29 September 2025
Start Date: asap
The Priory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a DBS Enhanced Disclosure.