Lady Barn House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening. All checks are in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).  Online searches may be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants are therefore required to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are ‘spent’), except those which are ‘protected’ under the DBS filtering rules, in order to assess their suitability to work with children. 

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Candidates will be required to provide appropriate documentation as evidence of their right to work during the recruitment process, in line with UK Visas and Immigration requirements. Unfortunately, the school is unable to sponsor visa applications.

Lady Barn House School is a friendly, forward-thinking independent preparatory school where children thrive, both academically and personally. We are dedicated to fostering young minds in a positive and supportive environment, and we’re looking for individuals who share our passion for creating memorable experiences for our pupils.

If you have any queries about any available roles, or would like to express an interest in working at Lady Barn House School, please contact our Head of HR, Kelly Gardner, at recruitment@ladybarnhouse.org.

Sports Coach

Permanent and all-year round (term-time plus multi-sports holiday club)

Sports Coach Job Description

Applications to be received by Monday 1 June at 4pm (see application procedure at the end of this page).

This role involves teaching girls’ games, including supervision in contexts where it is appropriate for a female member of staff. Therefore, this post is open to female applicants only, in accordance with a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. 

Lady Barn House School is seeking to appoint a Sports Coach to join our PE department. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic individual to contribute to a well-established and successful sports programme.

The role involves working with pupils aged 3 to 11, supporting the delivery of Physical Education and Girls’ Games, as well as contributing to fixtures, competitions and the school’s holiday club provision.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver and support high-quality PE and games lessons

• Coach pupils across all age groups, from Nursery to Prep 6

• Assist with the organisation and delivery of fixtures and competitions

• Support the development of the girls’ games and swimming programme

• Work closely with colleagues in the PE department

• Contribute to the delivery of the school’s multi-sports holiday club.

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience coaching sport, ideally within a school or youth setting

• Be confident working with children across a range of ages and abilities

• Demonstrate strong organisational and communication skills

• Be reliable, adaptable and able to work effectively as part of a team

• Show a genuine interest in supporting pupils’ development through sport.

Teaching Assistant

Fixed Term Contract – 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027

Teaching Assistant - Job Description

Applications to be received by Wednesday 3 June at 4pm (see application procedure at the end of this page).

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and qualified Teaching Assistant to join our amazing team.  The successful applicant must have an excellent rapport with young children, be committed to the highest standards of educational provision and be in sympathy with the aims and ethos of Lady Barn House School.

The successful candidate may be required to work in EYFS, Keys Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, therefore applicants should have a relevant and recognised Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification in Childcare. The post involves providing support for pupils and teachers. Each class at Lady Barn has approximately 24 children, with a roughly equal split of boys and girls.

During school holidays, the successful applicant will support the schools Holiday Club provision, Barney’s Breakout, as a Holiday Club Assistant.

Applications for term-time only hours will be considered.

Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted online via SAM Recruit (link below) by 4pm on Monday 1 June 2026. Interviews will be during week commencing 8 June 2026.

Applications will be assessed upon receipt, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. An early application is therefore strongly advised.  References will be required for those candidates considered for the shortlist.

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For those shortlisted for interview, references will be requested and an online check in line with KSCIE (2025) will be carried out.  Notice will be provided before referees are contacted and an online check is processed.  

The appointment will be conditional, subject to all satisfactory pre-appointment checks being completed.  

Safer Recruitment Policy

Safeguarding Children Policy

​Lady Barn House School is an inclusive, equal opportunities employer that considers all applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  We welcome and encourage applications from all individuals regardless of individual background or circumstance.