Gap Assistant

Are you looking for a dynamic, hands-on role to gain invaluable experience before university or a postgraduate career? Join our vibrant community at Cranleigh Prep as a Gap Assistant on a fixed term contract (minimum of two terms) and make a genuine impact on students' lives.

This is a varied and demanding position designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of a leading independent school's operations. You will be instrumental in enhancing pupils’ learning experiences, supporting their safety and well-being, and assisting with the smooth operation of both academic and pastoral life.

• Curriculum Support: Assist various academic departments and contribute to the daily learning environment.

• Pastoral Care: Support the Head of Boarding by supervising and delivering engaging activities for boarders outside of school hours.

• Co-Curricular Focus: Play a crucial role in sports and co-curricular activities, utilising your skills and interests.

• Operational Support: Undertake general duties that contribute to the positive and safe running of the school environment.

We are seeking enthusiastic and flexible individuals, ideally recent graduates or those taking a structured year out before university. You must be adaptable, keen to learn, and passionate about supporting young people.

Cranleigh offers a supportive community environment and also a wide range of benefits. 

How to Apply:

For further details about the role and to apply, please visit our website:

https://www.cranleigh.org/about-us/join-our-team/

Candidates are requested to submit a brief letter of application (no more than one side of A4), together with the online application and supported by a full CV (via the ‘Apply now’ button on the website) as soon as possible and no later than 9:00 am Friday 16 January 2026. Applications are considered as they are received and therefore the vacancy may close sooner than advertised.

Cranleigh School recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

The 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 post holder will be subject to a DBS check.