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, alongside ensuring that the School’s record-keeping and practice is fully compliant with exam board and JCQ regulations.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a range of fundamental skills required for the delivery of a curriculum adapted to meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The post holder will provide appropriate support by conducting and administering assessments and screenings of pupils in accordance with the Code of Practice and JCQ regulations. They will work closely with Learning Support colleagues to identify learners requiring specialist assessment. This will also include any appropriate administration and paperwork to secure exam access arrangement, thereby supporting them 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 is a school that values its history and traditions, but which is innovative and progressive.
Haileybury has an exceptional reputation in the UK and internationally, and is pleased to share an excellent outcome from its most recent Independent Schools Inspectorate visit in October 2025, highlighting a broad and balanced curriculum, enthusiastic teaching and an extensive range of sport, outdoor education, drama, and music. We are also thrilled that Haileybury has been awarded the prestigious title of Boarding School of the Year 2024 by Tes.
We are a dynamic, outward-looking and future-oriented school which aims to provide high academic achievement, outstanding pastoral care and a rich and varied co-curricular programme; we want our pupils to leave school as confident, rounded and ambitious individuals.
Haileybury 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, and substantial fee remission. Staff have the opportunity to utilise the School’s wonderful facilities including gyms, swimming pool, and our Health and Wellbeing centre. Staff are also provided with lunch, and other meals as needed, within our magnificent dining hall.
The School offers exciting career development opportunities, supported by a comprehensive professional development programme.
How to apply
To apply for the above position, please complete the application form in full, with reference to the job description and return it with a covering letter to teacherrecruitment@haileybury.com by Tuesday 24 March 2026 at 12 noon.
Please be aware that we cannot consider an application unless the application form has been filled in completely, including details of your 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 its strategy of 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.
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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.