Teaching Assistant at Chiltern Way Academy Prestwood
5 Days Remaining
5 Days Remaining
Bucks Pay Scale Range 2 PLUS TA Academy Allowance of £2,000, pro rata approximately £21,246 - £22,900
About this Role
An exciting, life‑changing career with fabulous opportunities. Be part of something extraordinary.
Chiltern Way Academy Prestwood is a specialist secondary SEMH provision for students aged 11–16. Set in spacious, modern facilities with extensive grounds, Prestwood offers a personalised, skills‑focused curriculum that builds independence, resilience and confidence while supporting every learner to succeed in school and beyond.
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.
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Contact Details
Aylin Parker
01296622157
Aparker@chilternway.org
Chiltern Way Academy Prestwood 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 Prestwood
Buckinghamshire
HP16 0QQ
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