Gap Assistant

School

Cranleigh Prep School

Salary

Market-rate compensation.

Working hours

Full time

Application Deadline

Friday, January 16, 2026

Job Summary

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.

For further details about the role, please see the job description below:

To apply, please click on the yellow 'Apply Now' button in the top right corner.

Candidates are requested to submit a brief letter of application (no more than one side of A4), 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 16th 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.

Job Profile

About us

Cranleigh aims to educate children in a truly holistic sense, providing every opportunity for pupils to discover and nurture their talents and passions. We want every pupil in our care to flourish. Above all, we want Cranleighans to go out into the world as Thinking, Being, Giving individuals.

• Thinking: reflects our style of teaching which aims to provide pupils with a questioning mindset and the skills to think and problem solve.
• Being: is who we are and how we are. Our culture aims to nurture in pupils the core human qualities that enable communities to thrive and support one another
• Giving: is our hope that Cranleighans grow to recognise their privilege and go out into the world ready to give back and help to create meaningful change.

Our core values of service, leadership, relationships and excellence underpin all elements of boarding life and education. In the classroom, on the sports field, in the rehearsal studios and creative spaces, we uphold a desire to nurture students with a sense of self-belief supported by a strong moral compass.

We encourage an attitude of service to each other and to our wider community. We recognise our privileges and our responsibility to give back.

We foster strong relationships in our inclusive boarding community. We believe children flourish in safe, supportive environments.

We nurture a spirit of openness, integrity and thoroughness in everything we do, equipping Cranleighans with the knowledge and skills to make a mark on the world. We endeavour to be viewed as leaders in holistic boarding education.

We strive for excellence in everything we do, and aspire to be recognised for our educational vision and the personal qualities of our students.

Contact Details

If you have any questions about this role, or wish to discuss please contact us by email at or by telephone on