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I really enjoy working in a Catholic School, our students are fantastic, and make me thankful to be a teacher. If you would like to work here, you will be welcomed into our community and will be able to work in a lovely, wonderful school! I would recommend this to anyone.

Hayley ShortHead of History Department
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Everybody here is treated equally and is given the same respect, whether you are a Teacher, Learning Support Assistant or a cleaner – we are all one body !

Megan MooneyRE Teacher and Lead Tutor for Year 8
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Oaklands is a terrific school, has a wonderful community and is hugely enjoyable place to work. I would recommend it to anyone!

Dr Mark DixonAssistant Headteacher and Head of Science
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If you are thinking of a career in Oaklands I would say ‘Apply’! It is the best career choice I have ever made and I couldn’t be happier. Oaklands is a fantastic place to work with a lot to offer!

Nicolle PinchenApprentice IT Technician

Vacancies and Staff Testimonials

For full testimonies please click here

The school advertises in different locations nationally and locally depending on the post. Information about vacancies can be found in local parishes, the school website and local papers.

Oaklands Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to DBS and other relevant employment checks.

Please find the positions below, currently available at the school:

Teaching Staff

Unfortunately, we are not currently recruiting any teaching staff. But we are always looking for talented individuals, so we would like to hear from you whether you’re a new graduate, an apprentice, or an experienced professional looking for a rewarding career. Please register your interest here.

 

Support Staff

ESCAT Deputy Finance Manager

Permanent, Full time, 52 weeks per year

The Directors of the Edith Stein Catholic Academy Trust (ESCAT) are seeking to appoint a Deputy Finance Manager to join our hardworking, committed and enthusiastic team and to assist the Finance Manager in the smooth running of the finance function at Oaklands Catholic School and of the Trust.

The Directors are looking for someone who has a Level 4 AAT qualification or above, or working towards this. A proven track-record and experience in a finance role within an Academy Trust would be highly considered. Equally the Directors welcome applications from those with Finance management experience in the public sector. The successful candidate will initially work on providing financial management services across two schools and then other schools as they join the Trust and deputising for the Finance Manager when necessary.

The Trust is happy to provide the required training and development opportunity for the right candidate leading towards completion of a higher level qualification as required.  This will be dependent on previous experience and the level of qualifications already held.

Please click here for an Information pack

Closing date: Tuesday 30th September 2025

Interviews: During week commencing 6th October 2025

We are only able to accept applications through CES forms.

Please complete the forms below:
Support Staff application form (FOR SUPPORT STAFF APPLICATIONS ONLY)

Consent to obtain references form

Application Forms

Supplementary Forms (to be given in at interview stage)

Other information

Information For Interviewees

Oaklands is a very successful school described by Ofsted as “a very good school, which gives good Christian teaching as well as being a good school academically”.

OCS provides a supportive environment and induction programme for all new staff and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced CRB and other pre-employment checks. Only applications submitted on a CES application form will be considered.

For further information please contact our Head of School, Mrs A Bonnington immediately on 023 9225 9214. An application pack is available on request.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools

We currently do not use AI tools in our recruitment processes; however, we understand that you may choose to use AI tools to help you with your application.

If you do, please remember:

  • AI-generated answers can often be generic and impersonal, which may not accurately reflect your qualifications, skills, and experiences.
  • AI-generated applications may lack the personal touch that human-written applications have, this may make you seem less engaged or interested.
  • Ensure the information provided genuinely represents your own voice and experience.
  • You must not provide false or misleading information.
  • If you rely too heavily on AI you might not develop the necessary skills to communicate your experiences and qualifications effectively in interviews or other stages of the hiring process. This may make you come across to the interviewer as a different person to the one that wrote the application form, and you may not be successful in the interview.

Are you interested in changing schools and coming to Oaklands to teach?

The school is always looking to appoint high quality staff. Shortage subjects include Science (Physics Chemistry and Biology), Maths and MFL.

If you believe that you have the skills we are looking for we would be delighted to hear from you.

Recruitment Retention Allowances maybe available for suitably qualified and experienced candidate. The governors will recognise experience gained outside of teaching for new entrants into the profession. Please contact the school directly and we will advise you of any vacancies.

Vacancies arise across the curriculum every year and therefore we would like to meet you.

We are only able to accept applications through CES forms. Please complete the forms below: