Teacher of Music

OLA, an independent Catholic coeducational day school located only a few miles from Oxford in the heart of Abingdon, seeks an exceptional teacher for this key role within our Senior School.  Small class sizes, excellent academic results and a warm, friendly ethos make OLA a highly attractive environment in which to teach.  

Please see the attached Application Pack for job description, person specification and further details.

The ideal candidate:

• Qualified to degree level in Music
• An accomplished musician, both academically and practically
• A skilled teacher
• A high level of keyboard skills on the piano or organ
• Experienced in accompanying Mass/Liturgy on organ or keyboard
• Flexible in outlook and attitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Inspirational to both pupils and staff
• Patient, friendly and approachable

What we can offer:

• Free school lunches during term time
• Free on-site parking
• Support from senior colleagues
• Motivated and enthusiastic pupils
• Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Use of school facilities, e.g. swimming pool
• A peaceful location on the edge of the city of Oxford

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 good 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: 

Applications should be made via the TES website. Please complete the application form in full leaving no gaps in your employment history. In the interests of fairer and safer recruiting we do not accept CV applications. 

Application deadline: Sunday 17 March 2019

Interviews: Monday 25th March 2019

Further details can be found on the school website at www.olab.org.uk