Teaching Assistant - Oak Tree Primary School

About Us

As part of Durrington Multi Academy Trust, we are proud to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking community that believes in high standards, professional growth, and a shared moral purpose. At Oak Tree, kindness, curiosity, and respect underpin everything we do — for our pupils, our families, and one another.

As a valued member of our team, you’ll work closely with teachers to bring learning to life — supporting individuals and small groups, encouraging independence, and helping every child to reach their full potential. You’ll play a hands-on role in the classroom, contribute to the wider life of the school, and be part of a warm, caring environment where children love to learn.

Job Details

Salary: £25,185 (£16,483 pro rata)

Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Term time plus additional INSET days as required Monday to Friday 08:30-15:00

Location: Oak Tree Primary School, Burgess Hill, West Sussex
Interviews: To be advised

What You Need to Succeed

At Oak Tree Primary School, our Teaching Assistants play a vital part in creating a warm, inclusive, and inspiring environment where every child can flourish. Working closely with teachers, you will bring learning to life, helping pupils to take an active role in their education and achieve their very best. You will model our school values of kindness, respect, and high expectations in everything you do, while safeguarding and prioritising the wellbeing of every child. As a valued member of our team, you will make a positive contribution to school life, support colleagues, and continually develop your own knowledge and skills to ensure the highest standards of care and education.

We’re looking for a caring, motivated, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team. You’ll bring a genuine passion for helping children learn, grow, and succeed, along with the confidence to support teaching and learning across the classroom. We’re seeking someone who is organised, patient, and positive — a true team player who can build strong relationships, use initiative, and model the values that make our school such a special place to learn and work.

Please see recruitment pack for further information.

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.

How to Apply

Please apply via the following link: HERE
As part of your application 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, nsavage@oaktreeprimary.co.uk

NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.​

The reference number for this role is SCHO03015.