Location: High Wycombe
Overview
If you are interested in learning how to contribute purposefully to the educational and social development of children and young people and you feel you have the qualities to successfully attend to their welfare and emotional needs, we want to hear from you!
We are recruiting for a number of Senior Support Assistants to join our school in September 2026.
These include:
SSA – Studley Green
SSA plus a number of maternity covers - Cressex
Salary: Bucks Pay Range 3
Contract: Permanent + FTC available
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 9am,06/07/26
About us
Chiltern Wood School is a Special School currently supporting over 200 students ranging from ages 3 to 19 years, located across three sites in Cressex, Downley and Studley Green. We offer the opportunity to become part of a team of caring professionals, contributing purposefully to meeting the special educational needs of children in the High Wycombe area. You will be well supported by welcoming and knowledgeable staff within a well-run, hard-working school which holds as its core value the wellbeing of its pupils, parents and staff.
About the role
The role of SSA will work closely with the supporting the Class Teacher. The SSA will assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the class teacher, line manager and other school staff. As SSA you will also support and lead the class and team whilst the teacher has set preparation time during the week.
You will be well supported by experienced and welcoming staff within a well-run, hard-working school who put the wellbeing of pupils and staff at the forefront. We pride ourselves on building positive relationships with our pupils, their families and supporting professionals to enable communication, physical, social and emotional development for each individual.
Teaching and Learning
Administrative Duties
Standards and Quality Assurance
Other duties and responsibilities