Teaching Assistant

We are a special school for secondary pupils from years 7 to 11 who have learning and additional needs. We require a teaching assistant to work term time only, 30.25 hours per week (8.50am to 3.20pm Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and 8.35am to 3.20pm Wednesdays). You would be working under the direction of a teacher with students supporting whole class learning, with small groups of students, or on a 1:1 basis.

About us

The Abbey School converted to Academy status on 1st September 2018 and is part of the Weydon Multi Academy Trust (WMAT), a dynamic, forward thinking and innovative Trust. We are currently seven schools - three special schools and four secondaries within the Farnham, Godalming and Haslemere area. There are regular opportunities for collaborative working, CPD and the sharing of expertise between staff across the schools. There are also opportunities for staff to join a range of WMAT working groups to further their own continuing professional development.

It is a very exciting time to join our team as we move towards the next stage of our development within WMAT.

We were graded Outstanding by OFSTED in 2009, 2012 and 2016.

Over the next two years, The Abbey will be undergoing significant investment as we expand from 2 to 3 form entry and we will be benefiting from a range of brand-new facilities including 9 classrooms, a learning resource unit, sports hall, staff work area, staff room and suite of therapy rooms. It is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an exciting development project that will change the school beyond recognition.

We look forward to receiving your application to join our dedicated and passionate team and become part of the exciting development project as we develop and grow within WMAT.

Further information

To find out more about the school and this exciting opportunity, please visit www.abbey.surrey.sch.uk  

You are welcome to visit the school prior to application. Please contact the school office on 01252 725059 to make an appointment.

To apply, please return your completed application form to Miss Zoe Mackie by email: recruitment@abbey.surrey.sch.uk

Closing date: 5pm on Tuesday 31st January 2023

Interview date: w/c 6th February 2023

Please apply without delay. We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date, if suitable candidates apply.

Please note that neither covering letters nor CVs are currently accepted.

The Abbey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS, Children’s Barred List and Right to work in the UK checks are required for this post.

The Abbey School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.