Job Introduction
East Oxford Primary is a thriving school of 300 pupils at the heart of Oxford’s vibrant Cowley Road. Our school reflects our diverse community with a wide range of ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. The school has a happy and committed staff team who work hard to bring about good outcomes for our children in all areas of their development. The school was judged Good at our last Ofsted inspection in 2019.
Through our ‘expert curriculum’, we create exciting learning experiences for children, and enrich our provision through brass lessons for all children in Year 4 and 5, Forest School, after-school clubs, theatre visits and performances, and lots, lots more. We feel that enrichment activities such as these are key to children’s development.
This position is for mid-KS2. Ideally, we are seeking a candidate to start at the beginning of January, but are happy to consider candidates for a later start date up to February half-term. The position is a maternity contract, initially to the 31st August, or the earlier return of the postholder.
All staff at East Oxford Primary are well supported to develop their own practice and career aspirations. Candidates are welcome to visit the school to meet our staff and children and experience the school’s distinctive and positive ethos. Please contact us by telephone or email admin@eastoxfordprimary.co.uk to arrange a mutually convenient time.
East Oxford Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory ‘Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check’
Closing Date for Applications: Friday 2nd October. We will consider applications when they arrive and reserve the right to close this position early.
Provisional Interview Date: TBC
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
