Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay
We are seeking a Teaching Assistantto join our team at Woodlands School.
About WoodlandsSchool
Woodlands School, part of Bourne Education Trust, is an outstanding special school based in Leatherhead, Surrey. Our educational approach focuses on preparation for life, with communication and literacy at the heart of everything we do - promoting independence, community inclusion and a curiosity about the world.
Our satellite provision in Esher caters for pupils who are autistic and have learning difficulties, offering them a safe, supportive and stimulating environment where they can thrive. It represents an innovative step forward in Surrey specialist provision and we are proud to be leading this initiative in partnership with a forward-thinking mainstream setting.
Joining Woodlands during this exciting time of expansion means becoming part of a supportive, ambitious team dedicated to making a difference every day.
Details
Job title: Teaching Assistant Level 1- Special Needs
Location:Woodlands School (Leatherhead).
Hours: 29hrs and 10 minutes per week, Monday to Friday 9am - 3.20pm, 39 weeks per year, term time only
Contract:Termtime, Permanent.
Responsible to: Class Teacher
- Generous workplace pension through LGPS
- Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
- Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
- Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
- Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Group benefits platform
- Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
- Cycle to work scheme
Key responsibilities include:
- Working as part of a team, under the direction of the responsible Teacher, support teaching provision, development and implementation of learning for pupils
- Under the guidance of the responsible Teacher, facilitate the learning of individual pupils and groups, setting high expectations and promoting positive attitudes to learning
- Prepare, plan and deliver specific intervention programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil response and need
- Promote and support the development of pupils’ social and emotional needs
Requirements include:
- Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
- GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent appropriate qualification)
- Ability to evidence effective continuous professional development
For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.
Our Culture
At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:
- Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
- Collaborative and innovative
- Committed, engaged and professional
- Advocates for equality and inclusivity
The closing date for this vacancy is the 30th October 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.
Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.
Fortyfoot Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 8RY
School type
Job Posted
28/09/2026
Role
Subject
SEND
Employment type
Support staff term time
30/10/2026
ASAP
Job reference
TA0926W
For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: TA0926W.
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