About Us
We are seeking an inspirational and dedicated Headteacher to lead Oak Tree Primary School into its next exciting chapter. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a vibrant, inclusive, and nurturing learning community.
As Headteacher, you will provide strategic leadership and operational management to ensure the highest standards of teaching, learning, and pupil achievement. You will foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and care, ensuring every child thrives academically, socially, and emotionally.
We are looking for a visionary leader with proven experience in primary education, a deep understanding of curriculum and pedagogy, and a passion for inclusive learning. You will be committed to safeguarding and wellbeing, and able to inspire and support staff, pupils, and the wider community.
Oak Tree Primary School offers a supportive environment, dedicated staff, and a strong foundation on which to build. If you are ready to make a lasting impact and lead with integrity, resilience, and heart, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please download the application pack which includes the job description and person specification. Visits to the school are warmly encouraged.
Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 13th October 2025
Interview dates: Wednesday 22nd & Thursday 23rd October 2025
Start date: January 2026 or April 2026 (sooner will be considered if possible)
Oak Tree Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references
Job Details
Salary: £78, £86,803
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full time
Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex
Interviews: Oct 2025
What You Need to Succeed
To be successful in this role please see advertisement and full job description.
Further Information
Durrington Multi Academy Trust 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
To apply for this role please download the job description and follow the link to the application form -. Complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description). Once complete please return this to .education - Visits to the school are warmly encouraged.
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The reference number for this role is SCHO01094.
Job Reference: SCHO01094