Teacher of English
Overview
We seek a well-qualified and inspirational professional to teach English at all levels up to, and including, A Level, to all year groups to start in September 2025. At GCSE, pupils study Edexcel IGCSE English language and English Literature, and OLA Sixth students study Edexcel 9ET0. All pupils at OLA study English in Years 7, 8 and 9, and English Language and English Literature in Years 10 and 11. Pupils are taught in small groups throughout the school, and A-level English is popular.
We welcome applications from both experienced candidates, ECTs and those at the very start of their teaching careers. We support teachers who wish to complete an on-the-job PGCE, and this is done in partnership with the University of Buckingham.
WORKING AT OLA
Salary
OLA has its own salary scale. Experience and qualifications are considered when setting starting salaries.
Benefits
Lunch is provided at no cost during term time, with tea and coffee available throughout the day. Snacks and light meals are provided to staff who are required to work in the evening for school events.
Free on-site parking.
CPD and training are encouraged and the school has an exciting annual INSET programme for staff.
Full support for teachers wishing to complete an on-the-job PGCE.
Staff have agreed access to the School’s equipment and facilities, including the indoor swimming pool.
Pension
The School offers a generous defined contributory pension scheme for all staff.
School Fee Reduction
Teaching staff benefit from a staff discount on basic tuition fees of 50% for full-time staff, pro rata for part-time staff, and qualify for this benefit after completing two years of service.
Non-contractual benefits are given at the discretion of the Governing body and can be withdrawn without notice.
Location
The school is located in Abingdon-on-Thames, an historic market town situated eight miles to the south of Oxford with its world-renowned reputation as a centre of academic excellence. The town supports a mixed, international community which enjoys 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 benefits from excellent bus links to Oxford, which is just a 15-minute ride away and provides a wealth of social and cultural opportunities.
LOCATION
Our Lady's Abingdon
Radley Road
Abingdon
Oxfordshire
OX14 3PS
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
DEADLINE AND HOW TO APPLY
Wednesday 19th March at 9am
Applications should be made via the online application form which can be can be accessed on the TES website at: www.tes.com/jobs/employer/-1030286.