Employment Opportunities at OLA

Thank you for your interest in working at Our Lady’s Abingdon. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people in our care and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end we ask that all applicants read the following documents before applying for employment at OLA.

• Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
• Safer Recruitment and Disclosure Policy

Shortlisted candidates only: prior to interview candidates will be asked to submit a DBS Self Disclosure Form.

Offers of employment are subject to a number of safeguarding checks which are detailed in  the Safer Recruitment document.  Measures include an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and social media check.

Right to work in the UK: the School is unable to offer any sponsorship and can only consider applications from candidates who already possess the right to work in the UK. Applications from those who do not have the right to work will not be acknowledged or considered. Shortlisted applicants will be required to provide proof of their right to work before interview.

Acknowledgment of applications: although we aim to acknowledge receipt of applications within 24 hours this is not always possible, particularly during holiday times.

Feedback:  we are only able to provide individual feedback to candidates who attend interview.

The School may request that applications are made via the TES online application system.  Where candidates are not directed to the TES portal, submissions should be made on the appropriate school application form and submitted via email to hr@ola.org.uk.

School application forms are available to download here:

Teaching Staff Application Form

Non-Teaching Staff Application Form

Visiting Teacher Application Form

Please note that it is the  responsibility of candidates to ensure that applications are completed in full.  In the interests of fair and safe recruiting, the School cannot consider incomplete application forms or CV applications and any such applications will not be put forward for short-listing.

The school is unable to offer sponsorship to candidates who do not already possess the right to work in the UK.

We are looking for two enthusiastic Minibus Drivers to drive our pupils to and from school. Our pupils travel from a wide catchment area. We are looking for a morning and an afternoon minibus driver and to be considered you must possess a valid driving licence and be happy to work one of the following shifts:

• Mornings – 6.30am start (from OLA) to arrive at school at 8.30am or
• Afternoons – 4pm start (from OLA) to arrive back at school by 6pm

We would also consider someone who is wishing to do both shifts. This is a term-time only role. To register your interest please contact Mrs Hayley Green, HR Manager at HR@ola.org.uk

If you would like to apply via our application form, please find the link to our form here

The closing date for enquiries is Wednesday 8th January 2025 at 9am.

We seek a professional and organised Design & Technology Technician to ensure that the teachers have the equipment and resources they need to provide excellent opportunities for pupils to learn. This role will play a crucial part in supporting and directly improving learning experiences in D&T. In the first instance, the successful candidate will work in the Materials Department, however, there may be the need for flexibility to work across Food and Textiles at times.

The tasks of the technician can be divided into four main areas:

• Activities related to practical work
• Assisting with special lessons and practical solutions
• Repairs and general maintenance
• Administrative tasks

The role is part time, for 14 hours a week, term-time only plus INSET days. Specific working hours will be agreed between the successful candidate and Head of Faculty.

For full details of the role please see the Application Pack, which can be downloaded here.

Please apply via TES here

If you would like to apply via our application form, please find the link to our form here

Applications should be submitted to Mrs Hayley Green, HR Manager at HR@ola.org.uk

Application deadline: Wednesday 8th January 2025 at 9am.

We are looking for several professional, enthusiastic Casual Exam Invigilators to join our Invigilator Team from February 2025. Experience of invigilation is not required as full training in the role will be given.

An ideal candidate will:

• be reliable, flexible and readily available during main examination periods
• have effective communication skills and good interpersonal skills
• work well as part of a team
• be confident and a reassuring presence to candidates in examination rooms
• be able to give instructions and manage situations involving different groups of people
• have basic IT skills (familiar with use of email, mobile phone messaging etc.)
• seek to achieve competence in the role and a rigorous understanding of the JCQ regulations

The role is part time on a self-employed basis.

For full details of the role please see the Application Pack, which can be downloaded here.

Please apply via TES here

If you would like to apply via our application form, please find the link to our form here

Applications should be submitted to Mrs Hayley Green, HR Manager at HR@ola.org.uk

Application deadline: Wednesday 8th January 2025 at 9am.