Job Description

About Us


Oak Tree Primary School is a happy, vibrant, inclusive and nurturing learning

environment at the heart of its community. We have an experienced,

dedicated staff who deliver an engaging and rich curriculum to ensure that all

children are able to reach their full potential. From their beginnings with us in

our Foundation Stage through to Year 6. Our rich and ambitious curriculum

ensures that they are ready for the next steps in their learning. Our families,

staff and governors work closely together and support personal growth and

development so that our children are resilient, confident, respectful and kind.



Oak tree Primary School is proud to be part of the Durrington Multi Academy

Trust (DMAT) which believes that every child has the right to an excellent

education and the opportunity to achieve well, regardless of their starting

point. As a team we have high expectations of success for our children.


Job Details

Salary:

NJC Grade 7 SCP 14 - 8 SCP 20 (actual salary 24,881.80 - 27,456)

Contract Type:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

Mon - Thur Fri 8.30am - 4.30pm Fri 8.30 am - 4pm / Term time only plus any required inset days.

Location:

Oak Tree Primary Burgess Hill

Interviews:

To be advised


What You Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role you will need to:

Enjoy working with children The ability to develop learning resources to enable pupils with specific learning needs to access course content and achieve their personal best. Highly motivated, clear thinking and principled Committed to equality of opportunity Able to manage time effectively. Proven willingness and capacity for hard work. A personality to merit the respect of pupils and to encourage them. The ability to effectively engage pupils. Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively Demonstrate robustness and resilience Sound knowledge of English and Mathematics educated to C and above at GCSE level or equivalent, 'A' levels would be advantageous. Ability to use basic computer programs (Word, Excel). Experience of working within a school/education setting Willing to undertake professional development and share your learning with colleagues.

Further Information


Oak Tree Primary School and DMAT are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.



Oak Tree Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.


How to Apply


Please apply using link: HERE



Please upload a supporting statement (maximum of 2 A4 pages) to

include:


Why you want to work at Oak Tree Primary School How your skills and experience make you a strong candidate

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email Naomi Savage Deputy Head

nsavage@oaktreeprimary.co.uk

or Rachel Wright School Business Manager

rwright@oaktreeprimary.co.uk

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The reference number for this role is SCHO01360.



LOCATION

Burgess Hill area

CONTRACT TYPE

Permanent

JOB TYPE

Education - School Support

CLOSING DATE

26 November 2025