Dean Field School is vibrant one form entry primary school at the heart of the Ovenden community. Dean Field is part of the Family of Learning Trust and is a key partner working in collaboration with schools across the Trust to drive strong educational development, particularly in schools that face challenging circumstances.
At Dean Field we are determined to continue to improve standards and outcomes across the school. We are committed to providing a nurturing and secure environment for our pupils to learn. Our last Ofsted rating of “Good” (April 2022) demonstrates this commitment and we are looking for likeminded colleagues to join our school and Trust.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work with our wonderful pupils, including those with special educational needs. We wish to appoint a caring person who can start the day with a smile in our breakfast club, welcoming our pupils and helping them make the most of the morning with a healthy breakfast and fun activities. After breakfast club you will transfer to the classroom and must have the skills and positive mindset to support the teacher in delivering the rich and exciting curriculum, preferably with the ability to support in key stage 2.
We are looking for candidates who are patient, calm under pressure, resilient, able to use their initiative, have excellent team working skills and who are enthusiastic about providing outstanding care and education for our pupils. The successful candidate will be expected to provide exceptional support to the class teacher and work as part of a team ensuring that we maintain high expectations and aspirations within our school.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Relate well to children
- Are educated to a level that enables them to understand the national curriculum at all levels
- Are able to work as part of a team
- Are enthusiastic, caring and self-motivated
- Have a positive approach
- Can use their initiative
In return, we offer a benefit package that includes:
- Membership of Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contribution of approximately 14.3%
- An Employee Assistance Programme, offering support and access to resources to help you maintain a healthy work life balance
- Commitment to professional development for all staff recognised through our Investors in People Platinum award (July 2023)
Our school also offers you the opportunity to:
- Work in a friendly, caring and inclusive community where everyone is valued.
- Engage with enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
- Support teachers to deliver a rich and exciting curriculum, recognised through a range of curriculum awards.
- Work with an experienced, supportive and successful team who love to work collaboratively.
- Development that will support you on your chosen career path.
Please visit our website: www.deanfieldschool.co.uk for an application pack.
Please note we do not accept CVs, only a fully completed Dean Field School application form will be accepted.
For further information about the role please view our website or contact Dawn Edwards, School Business Manager on 01422 258258.
CLOSING DATE: noon on 19th June 2026
Interviews will take place the week commencing 29th June 2026
You will be contacted by email to inform you if you have been selected for an interview, please check your spam box.
The trustees of the Family of Learning Trust and the Governors of Dean Field School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS (formerly CRB) from the Disclosure and Barring Service and other pre-employment checks before the appointment is confirmed.
Dean Field Community Primary School
Cousin Lane
Ovenden
HX2 8DQ
Telephone: 01422 258258
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