The Head of Learning Support will be responsible for the leadership of the Learning Support Department and the management of the Learning Support team. This high-profile position works closely with pupils, parents (current and prospective), teachers, Admissions and external education/health professionals to help ensure that all our children thrive. The Head of Learning Support will help to identify pupils requiring support, ensure that proper provision is made for them in the school and promote a better understanding of their needs across the school. The department also offers access to EAL provision for pupils with English as an additional language, and the Head of Learning Support line-manages the EAL co-ordinator. The Head of Learning Support will also play a key role in supporting the wider teaching and learning objectives of the school.