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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 CampbellRE Teacher and Lead Tutor for Year 8
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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

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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

Teacher of Business Studies and Economics

Permanent, Full Time
Start Date:  September 2026
Applications from ECTs are warmly welcomed
 
The Directors of the Edith Stein Academy Trust are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Business Studies Teacher at Oaklands Catholic School and Sixth Form College.
 
 
To apply, please read the ‘Notes to Applicants’ below and then complete all three application forms (CES Teacher Application Form, Recruitment and Monitoring Form and Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 disclosure form).
Closing Date:  Thursday 2nd July, 12.00noon
Proposed Interviews:  Week beginning Monday 6th July 2026
If you would like to come and visit the school prior to applying, please contact Sarah Mann, s.mann@oaklandscatholicschool.org.
Please note that the school reserves the right to appoint at any point during the recruitment process.

Support Staff

Facilities Administration Assistant

Permanent, Part-time, 30 hours per week, Term-time only plus 2 weeks, 39 + 2 weeks per year

 
The Governors are seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic Facilities Administration Assistant.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of technical administration in support of the Facilities Management Team.  To maintain records in relation to statutory testing, risk assessments, planned property maintenance, reactive maintenance, and health and safety. The role will also include administration for school lettings and Health & Safety duties.
Closing date: Sunday 28th June 2026 5pm
Interviews: 1st – 3rd July 2026
Please note all original qualifications will be requested prior to appointment
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

Business Support Assistant – Reception

Permanent, Full-time, 37.25 hours per week, Term-time only plus 4 days, 40 weeks 

37.25 hours per week, 8.15am – 4.15pm Monday-Thursday and 8.15am – 4pm on Fridays (with 30 minutes unpaid lunch break each day)
Salary grade B1 £24,796 – B3 £25,128 FTE 27.5 hours
Salary grade C1 £25,186 – C5 £26,244 FTE 10 hours
Actual salary £21,845.57 – £22,307.83   Actual
The Governors are seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic Business Support Assistant – Reception.
The successful candidate reporting to the Business Support Manager will be responsible for providing reception and administrative services to support the teaching and learning of the school. As a school receptionist, you serve as the first impression for students, parents, and visitors. This role allows you to create a welcoming and professional environment, ensuring that everyone feels valued and supported when they enter our school.
Closing date: Sunday 28th June 2026 5pm
Interviews: week commencing 1st July 2026
Please note all original qualifications will be requested prior to appointment
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

Learning Support Assistants (3 vacancies)

Temporary 1-year appointment with possible extension
Term-time only 39 weeks 

Up to 30 hours per week, hours between 8.45am and 3.45pm
Support Staff Grade B1 £24,796 FTE  Actual £17,197.39
Flexibility considered, days/hours to be discussed at interview stage. Salary will then be updated based on actual hours.
 
The Governors are seeking to appoint Learning Support Assistants to join our hardworking, committed and enthusiastic team. The positions are a pivotal part of the delivery and support of the curriculum to enable the high standard of teaching and learning in the School and Sixth Form College.
There are three vacancies available from general in-class support for students with additional needs to more specialist support for students with specific difficulties or within a set area of the curriculum, such as maths and science.
The successful candidates will provide a range of services to support the students with Special Educational Needs. The role will require the successful candidates to liaise with Teachers and Heads of Department as well as other members of the support staff.  Previous experience is not necessary if you are willing to work as part of a team. Skills and full training can be provided for the right candidate.
Closing date: Sunday 28th June 2026 5pm
Interviews: week commencing 1st July 2026
Please note all original qualifications will be requested prior to appointment
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: