Job Introduction
St. Aloysius’ Catholic Primary School is looking to recruit a full-time temporary class teacher from September 2025. This role will be in either EYFS, Key Stage One or Key Stage Two, depending on expertise.
St. Aloysius’ Catholic Primary School is a vibrant Catholic school situated in the heart of the city of Oxford. Here we seek to find God in all that we learn and recognise him in one another. We aim to make the best use of our gifts to serve others.
We are currently looking for a candidate who will be committed to our Catholic ethos which permeates all aspects of school life. We can offer excellent support from highly skilled staff at all levels who are determined to provide the highest quality education for the children in their care.
This vacancy would be suitable for an experienced teacher or ECT. We have a long and established history of mentoring students and early career teachers.
We can offer;
- Pupils who are excited about learning, well-motivated and supported by their families.
- Up to date research backed CPD.
- An ambitious curriculum supported by planning and resources.
- Fully supported ECT induction programme.
- A dedicated focus on supporting staff wellbeing.
- Support and continued CPD in all aspects of Religious Education.
- Free on-site parking.
We have a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere and are committed to outstanding pastoral care for our students. We have excellent links with our parish and benefit from the many advantages of being right in the heart of this great city.
Staff Survey – February 2025. 100% staff agreed with the following statements “Leaders do all they can to ensure our school has a motivated, respected and effective staff team” and “All staff are treated fairly and with respect at this school”. One staff member commented “Working at this school is a pleasure. I enjoy coming to work…”.
As part of The Cherwell Partnership, we work closely together with other schools to improve our teaching and learning strategies, curriculum and support for vulnerable learners.
Our school is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post involves the type of work with children and young people that requires applicants to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post. All cases are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed. Online safeguarding checks will take place for shortlisted candidates.
We welcome visits to the school or alternatively you can arrange to speak to a member of the SLT (please telephone 01865 311056).
Please Note: For the right candidate, we may interview and appoint prior to the vacancy deadline.
In the first instance, please email Jo Clarke (SBM) via office.3842@st-aloysius.oxon.sch.uk for a pack of information containing:
- Job Description (.pdf)
- Person Specification (.pdf)
- CES Application Forms (.doc)
- CES Model Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 – Disclosure Form (.doc)
- CES Notes to Applicants (.pdf)
- CES Consent to Obtain References Form (.doc)
- CES Model Recruitment Monitoring Information Form (.doc)
Applications should be made to the school either by e-mail office.3842@st-aloysius.oxon.sch.uk or by post to 143 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 7PH.
Please Note: Applications must be made on Catholic Education Service (CES) forms.
Application Deadline – Wednesday 7th May 2025 at 5.00pm
Interviews – Friday 16th 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.
