Teacher of KS2

Located just outside Oxford, OLA currently has an opportunity for an experienced, inspirational professional to join our KS2 teaching team. promotes a challenging and progressive curriculum which reflects the learning requirements of each individual pupil. It aims to nurture independent, analytical and creative thinking and to build the confidence in our pupils to articulate clearly their views of the world around them.

In Lower School, we aim to ‘make learning exciting’. Our children enjoy learning and make excellent progress because they have passionate teachers who inspire enthusiasm. From an early age, pupils are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning and to develop their independence. Exciting lessons are supplemented by school trips, workshops and cross curricular activities.

For full details of the role please refer to the attached application pack.

What we offer:

Free school lunches during term time

Free on-site parking

CPD opportunities

Friendly, supportive working culture

Teachers' pension scheme

Use of school facilities

A peaceful yet central location close to public transport and shopping facilities

Abingdon-on-Thames is an historic, modern market town situated eight miles south of Oxford, with its world renowned reputation as a centre of academic excellence. The town has undergone recent development to upgrade the central shopping area providing a selection of restaurants, cafes and bars situated a just few minutes walk away from the river and gardens of Abbey Meadows. The town supports a mixed international community and has excellent bus links to Oxford, which is just a 15 minute ride away and provides a wealth of social and cultural opportunities.

How to apply:

• Closing date for applications: Sunday 21 April 2024
• Applications should be made via the online application form. 
• Please complete the application form in full leaving no gaps in your education/employment history. 
• Please note the School is unable to offer sponsorship to candidates who do not already possess the right to work in the UK.
• The successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS and social media check, in addition to other safer recruiting measures.