Job Introduction
Wootton St Peter’s CE Primary School is a voluntary aided school that has 94 pupils on roll and is situated in the idyllic setting of old Wootton Village near Boars Hill, between Abingdon and Oxford. The school has well-behaved pupils, supportive parents, friendly staff, active governors and excellent links with the Abingdon Partnership, Cambrian Learning Trust, Radley College, the local community and St Peter’s church.
We were inspected by Ofsted in January 2025 and are happy to say we have maintained our ‘GOOD’ rating.
“Social times are joyous and safe. Pupils appreciate the various activities and play equipment that are provided for them. Throughout the school, there are warm and productive relationships between pupils and staff. Pupils trust that staff want the best for them. Pupils recognise and respect the high expectations of adults in the school. They consistently meet these by being kind and following the rules and routines of the playground and classrooms well.
This is a happy school, where all pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well. The school is ambitious for what pupils will experience. Pupils benefit from having their needs well known and met by staff.”
We are looking for an Early Years teacher to job share for 3 days per week (0.6) in our successful mixed nursery and reception class. The successful candidate will join our dedicated and friendly school community and be part of our creative and motivated team. You will teach a class of no bigger than 25 children and will be very well supported by an experienced teaching assistant.
The successful candidate will start in September 2025 and will be able to provide an excellent and stimulating learning environment. The post is open to an experienced teacher or ECT who has a clear understanding of how children learn and is committed to delivering high quality education.
We are seeking someone who is:
- Enthusiastic, hardworking and highly motivated
- Passionate about teaching
- Able to demonstrate an ability to teach effectively within the age range identified
- Energetic and enthusiastic
- Committed to the Christian ethos and values of the school
What we can offer:
- An innovative and supportive school
- Excellent CPD
- Excellent TA support
- A nurturing learning environment where all are respected and valued
- Caring, well behaved and motivated pupils
- A friendly, hardworking and enthusiastic team
- Supportive parents, committed Governors and an active PTA
Applicants are very welcome to visit our lovely school, please see contact details below to make an appointment, our headteacher will be very happy to give you a tour of the school and answer any questions.
Application Procedure
PLEASE COMPLETE THE OCC APPLICATION FORM AND SEND IT DIRECTLY TO SCHOOL either by email to: office.3854@wootton-abingdon.oxon.sch.uk or by post (please contact the office on 01865 735643).
Applications must be on an Oxfordshire County Council application form.
Closing date: Monday 19th May 2025 at 5.00pm.
Interviews: Thursday 22nd May 2025.
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.
