Assistant Teacher

Chiltern; Wendover; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Chiltern Way Academy Wendover invites applications for a Senior Assistant Teacher to support learning across the 11-19 age range, including pupils with ASC/SEMH. You will supervise and lead classes during short-term absences, deliver engaging lessons within a pre-prepared frame and collaborate with teachers on planning and resources.

You will mentor and support Assistant Teachers, promote inclusion and positive behaviour in line with school policies, and help students build confidence,

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead whole classes during short-term teacher absences
• Support small groups and individual pupils, including those with additional needs
• Deliver engaging lessons within a pre-prepared framework
• Collaborate with teachers on planning, preparation and resource development
• Promote positive behaviour, independence and inclusion in line with school policies
• Provide constructive feedback to pupils to support progress
• Mentor, guide and support Assistant Teachers, contributing to their professional growth

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Assistant Teacher-a dedicated professional who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their full potential. This role plays a vital part in the daily life of our classrooms, ensuring continuity of learning, promoting inclusion and supporting staff and students across the school.

What You Will Do

• Supervise and lead whole classes during short-term teacher absences
• Support small groups and individual pupils, including those with additional needs
• Deliver engaging lessons within a pre-prepared framework
• Collaborate with teachers on planning, preparation and resource development
• Promote positive behaviour, independence and inclusion in line with school policies
• Provide constructive feedback to pupils to support progress
• Mentor, guide and support Assistant Teachers, contributing to their professional growth

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a nurturing, forward-thinking school environment equipped with specialist facilities and designed to support a wide range of learning needs. As a Senior Assistant Teacher, you will join a passionate, highly skilled team dedicated to building confidence, resilience and essential life skills alongside academic success. We believe in developing our staff, valuing your contribution and providing opportunities for professional progression.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We actively promote a culture where everyone is treated fairly and has the opportunity to thrive.

Chiltern Way Academy Wendover provides education and care for young people aged 11-19 with ASC. As one of the Trust’s largest and most dynamic campuses, Wendover delivers a balanced focus on academic achievement, life-skills development and personal growth, ensuring students are well prepared for further education, employment and independence. At Chiltern Way Academy Trust, we don't do ordinary. We are rewriting the future for young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and/or Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) through innovative, transformational education. Our award-winning Multi Academy Trust is built on professional excellence, personalised support and a relentless commitment to helping every student thrive.

Chiltern Way is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Chiltern Way Academy will comply with its obligations under the GDPR and other data protection legislation.