Class Teacher

Charlton-on-Otmoor Church of England Primary School, Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5 2UT

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  5 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  22 September 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (615)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - One year in the first instance
• Pay scale: M1 to M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, inclusive teaching that builds on children’s individual strengths, interests and prior learning, while creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment in which they can flourish. You will inspire curiosity, encourage independence and help children develop the confidence and skills they need as they begin their educational journey.

The successful candidate will:

• Fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document
• Meet the expectations set out in the Teachers’ Standards
• Ensure the highest possible standards of teaching and learning for a group of pupils
• Lead and manage a class team and ensure the safety and well-being of children and colleagues
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection and report all concerns to the Headteacher (or delegated member of staff)

Please note that this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the work to be undertaken, commensurate with the grade. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the post holder will carry out.

What the school offers its staff

We offer a very warm and friendly school environment with supportive colleagues, parent/carers and Governors.

OFSTED Report October 2022- This school continues to be ‘Good’

“Pupils love attending Charlton-on-Otmoor Church of England Primary School. Leaders and staff share high expectations for their pupils. Pupils rise to these expectations and are enthusiastic about their learning. Pupils and staff are proud to be part of this small village school. One parent commented, ‘The school has a very strong culture of togetherness and community.’”

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Job Description.docx - 375 KB (opens in new tab)

About Charlton-on-Otmoor Church of England Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 72 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Charlton-on-Otmoor Church of England Primary School website
• Email address: office@charltonono.co.uk
• Phone number: 01865321239
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/charlton-on-otmoor-church-of-england-primary-school

Charlton is a caring and nurturing primary school nestled in history amongst the rural Oxfordshire countryside.

We live our school life in line with our vision "Aspire and Grow Together".

Arranging a visit to Charlton-on-Otmoor Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@charltonono.co.uk.

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