Teaching Assistant

Oakwood is a mainstream secondary school which is inclusive and supports the individual needs of all our students. We have exciting opportunities for the following support staff to join our friendly and supportive team.

Teaching Assistant – Access to Learning Faculty
30 hours per week Monday to Friday, 39 weeks per year
Surrey Pay Grade S3 to S5 - £17,442 - £21,223 (£24,330 - £29,604 FTE) depending on skills and experience


Due to our expanding pupil numbers, Oakwood is seeking to recruit a Teaching Assistant to work within the Access to Learning Faculty (ALF). Teaching Assistants are required to work with students with complex needs on a 1:1 basis in class or in a withdrawal space as needed, with support from ALF Leaders.
The ideal candidate is likely to have some experience in working with young people but not necessarily in an educational establishment. The role is varied, and you will need to work with students to enable them to successfully access the curriculum.

We are particularly keen for members to join our team who are passionate about building relationships and improving outcomes for students with autism and students with social, emotional and mental health needs. Oakwood can support you with any further training required, so if you are passionate about supporting students with complex needs, do please get in touch. If you are already experienced in these areas, we would similarly love to hear from you.

You will be joining a successful, large team, dedicated to ensuring that all students are able to access the curriculum. Continued Professional Development is highly valued at Oakwood School and we will assist you in enhancing your knowledge and skillset for the benefit of our students.

You Should Have
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Good communication skills and enjoy working with young people.
• A positive outlook and be a team player.
• A commitment to equal opportunities.

The closing date is Wednesday 24th June 2026 (Midday)
Interviews will be held on the 29th June 2026

For an application pack, please visit our website. Completed applications should be emailed to: View email address on findajob.dwp.gov.uk

Curriculum Vitae will not be accepted – We are not currently offering sponsorship

Oakwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We foster an inclusive culture that promotes equality of opportunity and values diversity creating an environment where the rights and dignity of all members of our community are respected. We promote a culture that allows staff to grow and flourish, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, age, and all other aspects of diversity and therefore welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to join our team.