High Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with Special Interest in Music

St Dominic's School; Godalming; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable special school in Godalming seeks a dedicated High Level Teaching Assistant with a passion for music to deliver engaging music education across Key Stages 2 and 3. You will inspire pupils, supporting their musical interests while fostering an inclusive environment. This role is vital in helping students reach their full potential in music, contributing to the school's commitment to accessible and culturally diverse music programs. Competitive salary and benefits are available, including free car parking and on-site lunch.

Benefits

Free car parking

Lunch provided on site

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• A passionate and dedicated teaching assistant role focused on music education.
• Experience delivering music lessons to Key Stages 2 and 3.
• Ability to foster inclusive and accessible music provision.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality music education to students.
• Support pupils in accessing the music curriculum.
• Encourage a love for music and diverse musical experiences.

Skills

Passion for music education

Experience with Special Educational Needs

Ability to inspire pupils

Education

Relevant qualifications in Education or Music

Job description

Salary : Grade R3 Scale point 17 – R4 Scale point 24, plus Responsibility Allowance for delivering Music lessons

FTE : £28,840 - £31,482 per annum (Actual : £22,294.70 - £24,337.09 per annum), depending on experience.

Location : St Dominic’s School, Hambledon, Nr Godalming, Surrey GU8 4DX.

Working Pattern : 32.5 hours per week, Term Time only.

St Dominic’s School is a well-known and highly regarded special school in Surrey and stands in 56 acres of wooded grounds with ample space for recreational and outdoor learning activities. The school caters for up to 150 pupils and Sixth Form students between the ages of 7 – 19, who have a range of academic abilities and complex needs. It is owned and run by Orchard Hill College Academy Trust.

We offer access to an extensive range of GCSE subjects pitched at individual students’ levels. Within the Sixth Form, students are able to access external college placements as part of their personalised holistic education and therapy provision.

The School has an in‑house team of qualified therapists offering Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Sensory Integration. The range of therapeutic support available to pupils and students enables them to access the curriculum at an appropriate level, maximising each individual’s potential for achievement. Additionally, there are purpose‑built medical facilities where nursing cover is provided on a daily basis by qualified staff.

The School has achieved Advanced Autism Accreditation, the prestigious Arts Council ‘Artsmark’ Silver Award and holds the National Healthy Schools status.

To find out more about St Dominic’s School please visit St Dominic's School.

High Level Teaching Assistant – Music

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated High Level Teaching Assistant with special interest in music. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high‑quality music education across Key Stages 2 and 3, fostering a love for music, and encouraging every pupil to reach their full musical potential. You will be responsible for inspiring pupils with diverse musical interests, offering a range of musical opportunities, and contributing to the school’s wider commitment to inclusive, accessible, and culturally diverse music provision. You will give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details on the role and the skills, experience and knowledge we are looking for.

Benefits

Benefits include free car parking, lunch provided on site, and Employee Assistance Programme.

St Dominic’s School is part of Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust, an established family of specialist academies and college centres that provide for over 1500 pupils and students with a wide range of learning abilities and additional needs. To find out more about us, and what makes us a special place to work please visit our website.

For an informal discussion about the role, candidates are invited to contact David Clarke via email.

To apply for this role, please click ‘Fast Apply’, you will then be directed to a ‘Login’ page; once signed in, please complete and submit the Application Form.

Your application form will be scored according to each of the requirements laid out in the person specification for this role. Please demonstrate in your statement how your experience, skills and knowledge match the criteria that are required for the role.

Please note that CV applications will not be considered.

Closing Date : 28 October 2025, 11:59pm

Interviews

Interviews will be held the following week.

We encourage you to apply before the closing date as we reserve the right to arrange interviews and close this advert before the closing date if we receive applications from exceptional candidates.

Safeguarding Statement

Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointments made will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all.