Assistant Head Teacher at Chiltern Way Academy Wendover
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Plus extraneous duties £1874 per annum
About this Role
An exciting, life‑changing career with fabulous opportunities! Be part of something extraordinary.
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 provides cutting‑edge, compassionate and personalised learning across our specialist campuses.
We are seeking an exceptional Assistant Head Teacher who is passionate about making a real difference. Working with the Head of Campus to provide professional leadership for the campus which secures its success and improvement, ensuring high quality education for all its learners and improved standards of teaching.
What You Will Do
Work with the Head of Campus to create and sustain an environment and code of behaviour and discipline that secures and sustains effective teaching and learning.
Provide a model of good to outstanding teaching and be able to coach and share that expertise with colleagues
Support planning and designing a curriculum, that motivates our learners and leads to sustainable employment
Ensure there are personalised learning opportunities and success through a differentiated curriculum offer
Act as a positive role model to staff, maintaining high professional standard and high levels of care
Establish and maintain effective communication systems with teaching, support and all other staff
Lead and contribute, as require, in the professional development of staff, providing support and leading CPD
To contribute positively to the wider life of the school and Trust.
What We Offer
A nurturing, forward‑thinking environment where every child receives a genuine fresh start
Small class sizes and a personalised approach to teaching and learning
A dedicated, experienced and passionate staff team
Strong opportunities for professional development and career progression
State‑of‑the‑art facilities designed to meet a wide range of needs across the autism and behaviour spectrum
The chance to play a meaningful role in improving life chances and shaping brighter futures
Who We Are Looking For
Enthusiastic, resilient and reflective professionals
Professionals committed to inclusive practice and safeguarding
Individuals able to inspire, engage and adapt to diverse learning needs
Strong team players who want to grow within an innovative and rapidly developing Trust
Next Steps
If you are passionate about education and ready to be part of something extraordinary, we would love to hear from you. We are also very happy to answer any questions you may have about the role or our school. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or to visit us ahead of applying, please contact the email address listed below.
Join us—and help change lives, shape futures, and make a lasting impact.
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 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.
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Contact Details
Charlene Martin (Head of Campus)
01296622157
CMartin@chilternway.org
Chiltern Way Academy Wendover would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:
- Please use this section to say why you are applying for this job. Give details of any work or other experience you have which may be relevant to your application, including voluntary work and leisure interests. The information you provide about your experience, knowledge, skills and abilities enables us to assess your application. Make sure you read the job description and person specification before completing the application form and refer to it throughout. Provide as much information as possible, giving us examples, either from your home or work life, to show how you meet what we are looking for.
Chiltern Way Academy Wendover
Buckinghamshire
HP22 6NL
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