Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location

Kingston Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 7PW

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£24,691.00 Annually (FTE)

Pro rata salary £17,515.10 pa based on 29.83 hours per week

Closing Date

Midday, Wed 8 Apr 2026.

Start Date

As soon as possible

West Hill School is looking for passionate, dedicated, and motivated individuals who are ready to make a real difference in the lives of our students. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive and inspiring environment, where you’ll play a key role in helping children with special educational needs achieve their full potential.

Becoming a Teaching Assistant (TA) at West Hill School is more than just a job – it’s a stepping stone to a rewarding future. Whether you’ve recently secured your degree and are looking to gain hands-on experience before training to teach, or you're considering pathways such as becoming an Educational Psychologist or Speech Therapist, this role is the perfect opportunity to grow and develop.

As our school continues to flourish and grow, we’re seeking enthusiastic and dedicated TAs to join our team. Having recently undergone an exciting transformation, we’re proud of our achievements and believe West Hill is a truly special place to learn and work.

Here’s what makes this role exceptional:

• Amazing children who are eager to learn and grow.
• A friendly and supportive community of staff, parents, and governors.
• A strong focus on staff well-being and personal development.
• Opportunities to work alongside a range of professionals, gaining invaluable experience and skills to enhance your career.

Please note that this role is working Monday to Friday 29.83 hours per week/39 weeks per year (term time).

All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.

The Howard Partnership Trust is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, marital status, disability, race, age, or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

Closing date: Midday, Wednesday 8 April 2026.

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of this advertisement.

As well as verification of identity, we ask all successful candidates to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. xbpsjku In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we may also conduct an online search about any shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet safeguarding duties, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).