Teaching Assistant
Full-time, term-time only | Required from September 2026. Fixed term for 1 year subject to review and continued funding
Salary: Grade 4.4 (pro-rata – term time only)
Location: Drayton Community Primary School, near Abingdon, South Oxfordshire
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, compassionate, and committed individual to join our inclusive and supportive school community. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), primarily within our Enhanced Pathways provision for pupils with Communication and Language (C&L) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
This role will also provide opportunities to work within mainstream classrooms, supporting children to access learning successfully and promoting inclusion across the school. A central aspect of the role will be helping pupils from the Enhanced Pathways provision to integrate confidently into the wider school environment, while also supporting other children who may require additional support.
Responsibilities
Support children with SEND, especially SEMH and C&L needs, in both enhanced pathway and mainstream settings. Assist pupils to access learning, promote inclusion, and facilitate transitions between groups. Work collaboratively with the SENCo, external professionals (C&I Team, Special Schools Outreach Services, Educational Psychologists) and school staff to deliver a holistic, inclusive approach to meeting pupils’ needs.
Qualifications
- Experience supporting pupils with SEND, especially SEMH and Communication and Language needs.
- Kind, compassionate, nurturing, and committed to inclusive practice.
- Ability to adapt support strategies to meet individual learning and emotional needs.
- Strong commitment to improving pupil wellbeing, inclusion, engagement, and outcomes across all curriculum areas.
- Reflective practitioner who values collaboration and professional development.
Benefits
- A warm, purposeful school culture with high expectations and clear routines.
- Children who are enthusiastic, kind and proud of their learning.
- A supportive and ambitious leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth.
- A 6‑month induction programme with a mentor, as part of a structured probation period.
- A coaching‑based professional development model, rooted in current research.
- A creative, inclusive environment where your voice is valued.
Drayton Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undertake all necessary safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before the interview.
Application deadline: Wednesday 24th June, interview on Tuesday 30th June
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