Teaching Assistant

An exciting, life‑changing career with fabulous opportunities. Be part of something extraordinary.

CWA Basingstoke is a co‑educational SEMH secondary provision for students aged 10-16. With high expectations and a passionate team, the campus provides an inspiring, structured and supportive environment where students can grow academically, socially and emotionally while preparing for life beyond school.

Chiltern Way Academy Trust is a highly successful, award‑winning Specialist Multi Academy Trust with multiple state‑of‑the‑art campuses. Our teams work across a broad range of ASC and SEMH needs, delivering innovative, transformational education and exceptional care that changes the life chances of young people every day.

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.

• 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

• 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

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.

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.