TEACHING ASSISTANT

Commencing – ASAP

Fixed Term until July 2026, potential for permanent role

Salary – £25,989 to £28,598 FTE

Actual Salary – £21,791 to £23,979 p.a.

Term Time + 5 INSET days

35.85 hours per week

Monday 8:30am to 4.10pm

Tuesday 8.30am to 4.40pm

Wednesday 8.30am to 4.10pm

Thursday  8.30 to 4.10pm

Friday 8.30am to 3.40pm

The Role 

Drayton Park School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team and support teaching and learning across the school. You will work closely with class teachers to help deliver engaging lessons, provide targeted support to pupils and contribute to creating a positive, inclusive learning environment.

The role also involved working closely with children who have severe Special Educational Needs (SEN), providing tailored support to meet their emotional, behavioural and learning needs. This may include supporting pupils with medical needs, following care plans and working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, parents and external professionals to ensure each child's wellbeing and development are fully supported.

Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to visit us for a school tour. To arrange a visit to the school, please email office@draytonpark.org.uk

About Drayton Park School

Drayton Park School is a nurturing and vibrant primary school that lives by our motto: ‘Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day.’ Guided by our values of Excellence, Aspiration, and Citizenship, we are proud to make a real difference in the lives of the children in our community.

With small class sizes, specialist teachers and a strong focus on social, emotional and mental health, we ensure every child has the support they need to thrive. Our spacious facilities, including a fitness studio, soft play room, outdoor classroom with an allotment and chickens and a well-equipped playground, provide an engaging environment for our students to succeed.

About The Alliance Schools Trust

The Alliance Schools Trust is driven by our mission of Care, Education and Opportunity. We prioritise care by ensuring that no student or staff member ever feels anonymous. Everyone is recognised, valued and supported, creating a strong sense of belonging within our community. Our commitment to education is reflected in our proven track record of academic success, consistently outperforming both Milton Keynes and national averages. We offer opportunity through supportive and dynamic learning environments, where every student can thrive and be well-prepared for future success in higher education or employment. For staff, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development and progression within our growing network of schools, empowering you to advance your career within a united, forward-thinking Trust.

As a Maths Hub and SCITT, we are recognised as leaders in raising educational standards both within our Trust and in the schools we support. We are proud to appoint motivated, highly qualified staff who thrive in a culture where collaboration and the spirit of partnership are central to everything we do.

How to Apply

Due to our commitment to safer recruitment practices, we can only accept applications through My New Term. Please do not submit CVs.

The Alliance Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

E-mail: hr@tastrust.org.uk

Head of School: L Greenwood

Executive Headteacher: J Swain

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 28th January 2026, 9am

Interview dates: w/c 2nd February 2026