Senior Assistant Teacher

An exciting, life‑changing career with fabulous opportunities. Be part of something extraordinary. 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. 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. 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. 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. What You Will Do 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 Why Join Us? 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. 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 eve