Senior Assistant Teacher

Senior Assistant Teacher

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.

• 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

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 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.