Teaching Assistant at Chiltern Way Academy Wendover

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/CWAW/25082
  Location
Wendover, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP22 6NL
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Part-Time
  Salary
£28,522.00 - £30,742.00 Annually (FTE)
Bucks Pay Scale Range 2 PLUS TA Academy Allowance, pro rata approximately £21,246 - £22,900
  Closing Date
Midday, Thu 28th May, 2026
  Start Date
ASAP
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
Thursday 4th or Friday 5th June
   Interview Date(s)           Thursday 4th or Friday 5th June
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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 are dedicated to supporting young people with ASC and SEMH through innovative and nurturing education. We are looking for a caring and committed Teaching Assistant to help our students thrive both in and out of the classroom. 

What You’ll Do 

  • Support teachers in delivering learning activities 

  • Work with individuals and small groups to help them progress 

  • Promote positive behaviour, engagement and independence 

  • Help create a calm, safe and supportive learning environment 

  • Build positive relationships with students and staff 

  • Assist with basic planning, preparation and classroom organisation 

What We’re Looking For 

  • Someone patient, flexible and enthusiastic 

  • Able to build positive relationships with young people 

  • A team player with good communication skills 

  • Experience working with children or young people 

  • GCSE English & Maths (A–C) and ideally NVQ Level 2 

Why Join Us? 

You will be part of a caring, supportive team that genuinely wants to make a difference. Our schools provide modern, well‑resourced environments designed to meet diverse needs. We focus on helping students grow academically, socially and emotionally, while offering staff meaningful professional development and the chance to contribute to real, life‑changing work. 

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 detailed 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.  

 


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:

  1. 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.

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