Gap Assistant – Sport & SEN

Posted on: 17-02-2026 |

We are seeking a talented and energetic individual to join us in a post-graduate Gap Year. The position offers many opportunities to discover life as a member of staff in a busy independent school and would be ideal for a student considering a career in teaching.

The role encompasses assisting with duties within both the Physical Education and Special Educational Needs (SEN) departments. Overall, it will provide exposure to a wide variety of different classroom-based experiences.

• Assist staff in the Physical Education and Games department, supporting lesson delivery and student engagement.
• Support the SEN department, working alongside staff to provide academic and pastoral support to students with diverse needs.
• Participate in all classroom and school activities to gain a broad understanding of teaching practice.

Completed application forms, together with a supporting letter of application (no more than one side of A4) should be emailed to the HR and Recruitment Officer, Mrs Zoe Fazackerley, no later than midday on Monday 9th March 2026. Please feel free to apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.

On the day of interviews, all applicants will be asked to provide proof of identity and address along with any original certificates pertaining to their qualifications. Following the interview, the successful applicant will be invited to accept the position by telephone, but only once a contract has been agreed and signed will unsuccessful applicants be informed. All applicants should be aware that this is a normal part of our selection procedure and should make no assumptions based upon a short delay.

The post-holder must uphold the School’s policy in respect of all matters related to Safeguarding and Child Protection. The above responsibilities are subject to the general duties and responsibilities in the written statement of conditions of employment (The Contract of Employment). The post-holder is required to support and encourage the School’s ethos and its objectives, policies and procedures as agreed by the Headmaster and Governing Body.

The post-holder would also be expected to carry out any other duties that are reasonably assigned by the Headmaster.

If you have any queries regarding the application process, please do not hesitate to contact our HR and Recruitment Officer, Mrs Zoe Fazackerley, who will be delighted to assist you.