Teaching Assistants

Woodlands School; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading special education institution is seeking Teaching Assistants in Leatherhead to support learning for pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism. The role involves working closely with class teachers, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment. Staff will benefit from extensive training, clear career progression pathways, and various employee perks. This is a fixed-term role starting as soon as possible with hours of 29.17 per week during term time. Applications are encouraged as positions may be filled before the closing date.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction programme and ongoing training

Clear pathways for career progression

Discounted fitness club memberships

Employee Wellbeing services

Free Microsoft Office for home use

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with SEN pupils would be desirable.
• Ability to support learning as part of a class team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support learning as part of a class team under the direction of a class teacher.
• Celebrate the achievements of pupils.
• Help create a safe and supportive environment for pupils.

Skills

Experience with SEN pupils

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Looking for a new career opportunity? Come and join our new satellite provision based in Esher.

Woodlands School is an outstanding special school for pupils aged 2-19 years of age with severe or profound learning difficulties or an autistic spectrum disorder.

We are looking for Teaching Assistants to join the team at Woodlands School as part of a brand new, and very exciting venture - the opening of a satellite provision based at a welcoming and inclusive Primary school in Esher.

Our teaching assistants enjoy both supporting learning as part of a class team working under the direction of a class teacher and celebrating the achievement of pupils.

Previous experience of working with SEN pupils would be desirable.

The provision will cater for three classes of pupils who are autistic and have learning difficulties, offering them a safe, supportive and stimulating environment where they can thrive.

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.

Initially the post will be for a fixed-term of 1 year, however it is likely that this will be extended dependent on funding.

We are excited to build a new team that will offer support and challenge to progress you in your career.

Staff Development and Benefits

• Comprehensive induction programme and ongoing training
• Clear pathways for career progression - from apprenticeships to leadership roles
• 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

If you think you might be interested in this exciting opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application.

Further information about Woodlands School can be found on our school website.

Hours

29.17 per week. Monday to Friday 8.45am to 3.05pm, term-time only

Start Date

As soon as possible.

Closing Date

12th January 2026.

Please note - Applications will be considered as they are received and we reserve the right to make appointments prior to the closing date. Candidates are therefore encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible.

Safeguarding Statement

Woodlands School is committed to Equal Opportunities and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students. An enhanced DBS check will be required and references taken.