About this role
Join Our Team at Mayfield School – Make a Difference Every Day
Thank you for your interest in joining Mayfield School, a vibrant, inclusive, and ambitious learning community. We are committed to excellence and innovation, and we are seeking a dedicated and proactive Leader of Independent Learning to support our Sixth Form students in achieving their full potential.
Are you:
Passionate about supporting young people to become independent, confident learners?
Looking for a role where you can make a daily, visible impact on student success?
Highly organised, approachable, and committed to high standards?
Keen to work in a collaborative and supportive school environment?
If so – Mayfield School is the right place for you.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within our Sixth Form provision. As Leader of Independent Learning, you will oversee the Study Room and support students in developing effective independent study habits, while contributing to a culture of high expectations, strong engagement, and academic success.
You will work closely with the Director of Sixth Form, Sixth Form Leaders, and the wider staff team to ensure students are well-supported both academically and pastorally.
In this role, you will:
Supervise and manage the Sixth Form Study Room, ensuring a calm, purposeful learning environment
Promote and develop students’ independent study skills and habits
Monitor student attendance, engagement, and use of study time effectively
Act as a visible, approachable presence for students, offering guidance and support
Uphold high standards of behaviour, dress code, and Sixth Form expectations
Maintain resources, displays, and an organised learning environment
Communicate effectively with Sixth Form Leaders and staff regarding student concerns
Provide cover supervision across a range of subjects when required
We are looking for someone who:
Is committed to supporting student achievement and wellbeing
Has excellent organisational and inte