Higher Level Teaching Assistants

Woodlands School; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction & training

Discounted memberships

Wellbeing services

Office for home use

Job summary

Woodlands School in Leatherhead, Surrey, is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our satellite provision in Esher. This role supports pupils with severe or profound learning difficulties, autism and complex needs, under the leadership of an Assistant Headteacher.

The vacancy sits within the Woodlands School community, known for high standards and SEND expertise. We offer a comprehensive induction, ongoing training, staff benefits and a supportive work environment.

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

CAPTION:

• Company: eTeach UK Limited
• Salary: £31,659 - £33,952 FTE (£25,344 - £27,671 p.a.)
• Hours: Part-time
• Location: Leatherhead, KT22 8RY
• Working pattern: On-site
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 18 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 18 Oct 2026

Summary

Looking for a new career opportunity? Come and join our new satellite provision based in Esher. Woodlands School is an outstanding special school based in Leatherhead, Surrey, for pupils aged 2-19 with severe or profound learning difficulties, very complex needs or Autism. Our educational approach focuses on preparation for life, with communication and literacy at the heart of everything we do, prompting independence, community inclusion and a curiosity about the world. Our satellite site in Esher: The satellite opened in September 2025, and caters for pupils who are autistic and have learning difficulties. The site is led by an Assistant Headteacher with teaching responsibilities, supported by an experienced team of teachers. We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants to join the team at our satellite provision based in Esher. See application pack for full details of the role. Staff working at the satellite will be part of the wider Woodlands School community, known for its high standards, strong ethos of teamwork, and specialist expertise in SEND education.

Staff Development and Benefits

• Comprehensive induction programme and ongoing training
• Discounted fitness club memberships, discounted shopping, cycle to work scheme and much more
• Employee Wellbeing services including physio and 24/7 GP
• Free Microsoft Office for home use

Hours: 33.50 per week. Monday to Friday, term-time only

Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 30th October 2026