Level Teaching Assistant

(£25,632 - £32,763 based on 36 hours per week)

Are you looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant role that offers more than just a standard classroom?

Nestled on an expansive, unique campus in Cranleigh, this school offers students and staff access to learning which goes beyond the desk – forest schooling, stables, a swimming pool are just a few top mentions of this campus. This is an exceptional opportunity for a professional committed to enhancing the learning experiences of students with diverse needs.

Working Hours:

Monday 8:30-16:00, Tuesday-Thursday 8:30-16:15, Friday 8:30-15:45

We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

• Lead lessons and support individuals or groups and provide short-term cover for teachers when needed.
• Collaborate on lesson planning and create engaging learning resources.
• Promote Development:
  Manage behaviour positively, foster student independence, and build self-esteem.
• Track student growth, assess progress, and keep parents updated while adhering to all school policies.
• Provide pastoral care, supervise students during breaks and lunch, and escort on offsite trips.
• Partner with specialists, such as therapists, and mentor new staff or work‑experience students.
• Use ICT tools to support learning and complete all required training, such as Team Teach.
• Supervise students in general movement around the entirety of the school ensuring their safety.

• Be qualified with HLTA status or unqualified and willing to undergo training.
• The ability to interpret information for students with a wide spectrum of ability.
• Confidence with written and oral communication, organisational skills and attention to detail for meeting tight deadlines.
• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills within a solo‑working or team environment.
• An enthusiastic attitude towards learning, alongside committed and empathetic qualities.
• Access to your own transportation due to semi‑rural location.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check.

• Previous experience working in a role supporting students with autism spectrum disorder or within a special educational needs setting.
• Team Teach training, or willing to undergo training before employment begins and refresher training periodically thereafter.

• Term‑time only working plus 5 INSET days.
• £1000 retention bonus for new employees.
• Regular training, supervision and 1:1 mentoring supporting your career progression.
• Life insurance and medical cashplan.
• 24/7 employee wellbeing and counselling programme as well as access to Adult mental Health First Aiders and occupational health support.
• Discounted fitness classes.
• Free lunch during term time.
• Ample on‑site parking.