Teacher of PE

Sport is very much at the heart of the OLA experience and we currently have an opportunity for a well-qualified and inspirational professional to teach PE at all levels up to, and including, Sixth Form, and Games to all year groups.

Sport is provided through our Co-Curricular Programme, which supplements the teaching of sports in Academic PE (Years 7 to 9) and coaching of the main sports in Games (rugby, football, netball, hockey, cricket, tennis and athletics). 

There is also the opportunity for the right candidate to assume the additional responsibility Head of Netball or Head of Rugby (see separate job descriptions). These additional responsibilities are new posts within the School, and will provide excellent experience for any candidate who is aspiring to Head of PE or Director of Sport in the future.

Candidates who are able to teach other subjects should make this clear in their application form.

We welcome applications from both experienced candidates, ECTs and those at the very start of their teaching careers.

For full details of the role please refer to the attached Application Pack. 

Application deadline: 9.00am, Thursday 16 May.

The ideal candidate: 

• A good degree in PE or a sport discipline 
• Experience of teaching across the full age and ability range at KS3/KS4/A level
• Track record of motivating learners and raising achievement 
• Team player who is flexible in outlook and attitude 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Patient, friendly and approachable 
• Positive, enthusiastic, flexible with a pro-active ‘can do’ attitude 
• Able to drive a minibus or willing to undertake training
• Commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of students 
• Understanding and supportive of the School's ethos

What we offer: 

• Free school lunches during term time 
• Free on-site parking 
• Teachers' pension scheme
• Support from senior colleagues 
• Motivated and enthusiastic pupils 
• Use of school facilities, e.g. swimming pool 
• A peaceful location on the edge of the city of Oxford

Abingdon-on-Thames is an historic, modern market town situated eight miles south of Oxford, with its world renowned reputation as a centre of academic excellence. The town has undergone development to upgrade the central shopping area providing a selection of restaurants, cafes and bars situated a just few minutes walk away from the river and gardens of Abbey Meadows. The town supports a mixed international community and has excellent bus links to Oxford, which is just a 15 minute ride away and provides a wealth of social and cultural opportunities.

How to apply:

Deadline for applications: 9.00am, Thursday 16 May. Early applications are encouraged.

Applicants are asked to submit a completed application form via the TES portal. CV applications or incomplete application forms will not be considered.

• Ensure that your application form is completed in full and no gaps are left in your education/employment history. 
• Two referees should be provided, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. References will be requested prior to interviews taking place.
• In addition to the interview, candidates can expect to complete other selection exercises.
•  Applicants will be required to prove their right to work in the UK at interview. The School is unable to offer sponsorship to candidates who do not have worker status.
• The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and social media check in addition to other safeguarding measures.

Our Lady’s Abingdon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff undergo an Enhanced DBS, and other safer recruiting checks.