Key Role Information

Salary
25583.00 (£22,040.74 pro rata)
Job type
Permanent
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
07/11/2025 09:00
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
National NJC | SCP5
Department
Admin/clerical
Key stage
Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2
Hours per week
37.00
Weeks per year
44.800
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

For full information about the role, please see our Applicant Pack which you can download at the bottom of the page


At DMAT, we believe in putting people first. All children are entitled to an excellent education, and our staff are our most important asset. Guided by our strong moral purpose, we serve our communities with integrity, and collaboration is at the heart of everything we do.


We are seeking a friendly, organised and proactive Admin Assistant to join our warm and welcoming school office team. This is an important role at the heart of the school, supporting staff, pupils and families and helping ensure the smooth running of daily operations.


As the first point of contact for visitors, parents and pupils, you will play a key role in creating a positive and professional impression of the school. You’ll handle a variety of administrative tasks including managing records, coordinating communications, supporting school events and keeping our office running efficiently.


Who we are looking for::

  • An excellent communicator who organises their time effectively.
  • An approachable, flexible and positive individual who is comfortable working in a busy environment.
  • IT literate with the skills and character to manage administrative processes with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Enjoys being part of a supportive, committed team.


In return, we offer:

  • A friendly and inclusive school community.
  • A supportive team who value your contribution.
  • An EAP that provides discounts on everyday expenses, as well as first class medical support.
  • The chance to make a real difference to the daily life of the school.


If you’re someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys variety in their day and wants to play an important part in supporting children’s education, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits

Free Onsite Parking
Virtual Doctor Service – 24/7 GP access with online consultations from home or work.
Counselling & Wellbeing Support – Confidential help when you need it.
Save money with discounts on food shopping, gyms, cinemas, holidays, and more from over 9,000 top brands.
A secure, predictable pension with typically 20–25% employer contributions.

Qualifications

Good qualifications in both English and Mathsessential
Grade 4 (Grace C) or above or equivalent qualification

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Excellent written & verbal communication skills with a clear, polite telephone manneressential
Ability to work flexibly, independently and as part of a teamessential
Comfortable working under pressure and able to prioritise tasks and work to deadlineessential

Experience

Previous School Based Experience

Experience of administrative or secretarial work

Admin Experience

Leadership

Adaptable - ability to adapt style to a variery of situations and peopleessential

Personal Attributes

Highly organised, with excellent accuracy and strong attention to detailessential

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 had 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.


Oak Tree Primary School

Jon Wells

jwells@dmat.education

Junction Road
Burgess Hill
West Sussex
RH15 0PZ

Safeguarding Information

Safeguarding – Our Commitment

Keeping children safe is at the heart of everything we do. As part of our recruitment process, we take steps to make sure everyone who joins us shares this commitment.

What this means for you:

  • All roles in our schools involve a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.
  • If you’re successful, you’ll need to complete some pre-employment checks, such as an enhanced DBS check and verifying your right to work in the UK. We’ll explain these clearly and guide you through the process.
  • During the interview, we may ask questions about your understanding of safeguarding. This isn’t a test—it’s about making sure we all share the same values and priorities.

Why do we do this?

Because every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and able to thrive. These checks and conversations help us create a secure and welcoming environment for everyone.

If you have any questions about safeguarding or the checks we carry out, please let us know—we’re happy to help.