Learning Assistant in Banstead

Banstead Prep School is a co‑educational Prep school, Pre‑school and Nursery, educating around 250 girls and boys aged 2‑11. An inclusive and diverse school community, we are located on the outskirts of the village of Banstead, Surrey, with excellent transport links to London and the South East. Our vision is to be a school that challenges, develops, and nurtures every child, where every child is free to be themselves.

We constantly strive to change and to improve, to deliver a modern education that prepares our children for an exciting future, encouraging them to aim high and dream big. Our school is young, vibrant, and thriving. We are committed to innovation and are always exploring ways to keep our forward‑thinking curriculum fresh, challenging and relevant. We embrace change and are never afraid to shake things up to ensure we deliver the best for our children.

We are ambitious about academic success, while ensuring that our children’s wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do, enabling them to be free to be themselves. Our broad, and exciting curriculum inspires curiosity, right from the early years. It goes beyond the academics; we are teaching skills for life along with a broad range of co‑curricular subjects.

We offer exceptional facilities, including a STEM centre, drama studio and expansive spaces for sports, featuring a full‑sized astro pitch, netball courts, huge sports hall and indoor pool. We are not a feeder for any senior schools, we work to help parents identify aspirational but realistic school choices and prepare the children within the normal school timetable so that every child leaves us for their senior school of choice feeling valued, prepared, confident and ready to thrive.

Our active and supportive parent community plays an integral role in our school, collaborating with us to raise funds for initiatives like new climbing frames and library enhancements. Banstead Prep School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life‑changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check. We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

As a Learning Assistant at Banstead Prep, you will be based in a specific year group to begin with, but over time you may move to support different classes as needs evolve. This is a role for someone who enjoys flexibility and being part of the wider life of the school, stepping into classrooms, supporting individuals and small groups, joining trips, and helping with the events and activities that make school life so exciting.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Highly adaptable and comfortable with change.
• Energetic with a can‑do attitude.
• Positive and proactive, ready to take on a wide variety of tasks.
• Committed to learning, wellbeing and enrichment in equal measure.
• A collaborative team player with a genuine desire to make a difference.

In return, we can offer:

• A role that places you at the heart of school life, with opportunities to work across different year groups over time.
• A supportive, friendly and lively working environment.
• A rewarding position where your contribution is valued.

If you’re excited by a role that blends classroom support, small‑group work, and the buzz of trips and whole‑school activities, we’d love to hear from you.

About Banstead Prep: We are a dynamic and growing school, full of energy and ambition, with a recent ISI report highlighting a rare significant strength. We are committed to innovation and continually explore ways to keep our forward‑thinking curriculum fresh, challenging and relevant. We embrace change and are never afraid to shake things up to ensure we deliver the best for our children.

Our broad, exciting curriculum inspires curiosity and goes beyond the academics — we teach skills for life alongside a rich range of core subjects. We offer exceptional facilities, including a state‑of‑the‑art STEM centre and expansive sports spaces, featuring a full‑sized astro pitch. Our active and supportive parent community plays an integral role in school life, helping fund initiatives such as new climbing frames and library enhancements.

We have a strong, supportive staff team who love to share ideas and initiatives. Staff turnover is very low and satisfaction is high — this is a great opportunity to join us and get fully involved.

As part of United Learning, you will receive:

• Professional development opportunities and access to a fantastic support network.
• Discounted school fees.
• Free lunch and refreshments.
• Free parking.

After 6 months, you will also have access to:

• Life insurance.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Store and gym membership discounts.
• Car Lease Scheme.
• Designated wellbeing site.

United Learning is a group of schools committed to providing excellent education and improving the life chances of all children and young people. Our mission is to bring out the best in everyone — pupils, staff, parents and the wider community.

Start date is flexible and can be discussed at interview. Closing date: 21 June (we reserve the right to close applications early). If this sounds like a role you’d enjoy, we would love to hear from you. If shortlisted, we will carry out an online search. Banstead Prep is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.