13 days remaining to apply

  • Earliest start date

    2 September 2026

  • Latest start date

    30 September 2026

  • Closing date

    3 August 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    20 July 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant
  • Pastoral, health and welfare

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Working pattern

Full time, part time: 36.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year 8.30am to 4.30pm (Monday – Thursday), 8.30am to 3.30pm (Friday)

Contract type

Permanent

Actual salary

£23,485 - £25,160

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an organised and resilient individual to support the day-to-day operation of our Focus Centre and wider inclusion provision. This varied role combines administration, parental communication and student support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working with young people while also being confident with record keeping and administrative tasks.

Good literacy and numeracy – GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

Evidence of Continuous Professional Development.

Able to motivate and support students to achieve excellence.

Modelling good behaviour management techniques.

Ability to establish good relationships with children whilst setting firm boundaries.

Ability to work well in a team.

Evidence of the highest levels of personal and professional integrity.

Excellent communications skills, both written and oral.

The ability to act as an excellent role model for students.

Ability to work under pressure, manage time effectively and meet deadlines.

A calm and resilient nature, with a sense of humour.

Initiative and problem-solving skills.

Excellent organisational, planning, administration and time management skills.

Ability to adhere to policies, procedures and relevant legislation relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality, data protection and equal opportunities.





What the school offers its staff

Woking High School offers excellent benefits to staff including:

- 26 Days Holiday (rising to 31 days after 5 years).

- Local Government Pension Scheme.

- Continuous Professional Development.

- Cycle to Work Scheme.

- Healthcare Cash Back Plan currently provided by Westfield Health


Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.
We are seeking to appoint an organised and resilient individual to support the day-to-day operation of our Focus Centre and wider inclusion provision. This varied role combines administration, parental communication and student support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working with young people while also being confident with record keeping and administrative tasks.

Commitment to safeguarding

Woking High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As part of the requirements of KCSIE, all roles are subject to online checks including Social Media. These are carried out by a 3rd party – https://www.sp-index.com/. By applying for this role, you agree to these checks being carried out and your data being processed by SP-Index. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About Woking High School

Organisation type
Academy, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary school
Size
1205 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
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Secondary Academy in Woking, Surry.

School location

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