Staff Vacancies
Current vacancies
Teacher of Engineering / Design and Technology / Product Design
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher of Engineering, who can teach KS4 and KS5 Engineering or product design to join our University Technical College (UTC). The courses offered are OCR Cambridge National Level 2, GCSE Product Design, A Level Product Design and BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering Level 3.
The UTC opened in September 2015 in a new state of the art building. This is not only a relatively new school, but a new approach to educating 14-19 year olds; which is possibly the most exciting change in the education landscape in decades. All students at UTC Oxfordshire specialise in either Engineering or Science; at 14 they will also study a rich and balanced curriculum and at Post 16 the curriculum becomes more specialist. At capacity, we will be educating 600 students who will all have a passion for Engineering or Science; it truly is an inspirational environment.
This role will provide you with:
- Focused teaching – only teaching KS4 and KS5 classes
- Small class sizes
- Passionate students
- Opportunities for career development as the UTC grows and across Activate Learning Education Trust (ALET).
- An opportunity to be at the forefront of STEM education
You can find out more about Engineering at UTC Oxfordshire here: UTC Oxfordshire Engineering
We welcome ambitious and forward thinking ECTs as well as experienced teachers.
If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting future for UTC Oxfordshire, please complete an application together with a supporting letter and return to hr@utcoxfordshire.org.uk
Teacher of Engineering Job Description and Person Specification
ALET staff recruitment brochure
Application Closing Date: 9am, Thursday 9th January 2025
Interviews:Â Tuesday 14th January 2025
Salary: Main Scale
Start date: ASAP
Learning Support Assistant – Maternity Cover
We are looking to recruit a Learning Support Assistant to join our committed team in supporting our students aged 14-19. You will ensure that the students can integrate as fully as possible in the activities generally undertaken by their peers in the class and make progress.
Duties will include the running specific programmes and activities to assist the students’ individual learning and social needs in liaison with the class teachers and the iHub Coordinator.
You will have high expectations and be dedicated to student progress, with a strong belief that understanding a student is key to motivating their learning. Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area. Managing behaviour is an integral part of this role which requires you to be self-assured with the ability to deal with sometimes challenging situations.
Learning Support Assistant Job Description and Person Specification
ALET staff recruitment brochure
Application Closing Date: Applications will be considered on receipt and suitable candidates will be invited to interview
Salary: £24,294 to £25,979 Full time equivalent. Actual salary will be determined by the hours offered
Hours: Fixed term 12-month maternity cover, term time only. Full time but flexible for the right candidate.
Start date: As soon as references, DBS and clearance is complete
If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting future for UTC Oxfordshire, then please complete an application together with a supporting letter and return to hr@utcoxfordshire.org.uk
HOW TO APPLY
If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting future for UTC Oxfordshire, then please complete an application together with a supporting letter and return to hr@utcoxfordshire.org.uk
Visits to the school are welcome, please call 01235 391587 to arrange a tour.Â
Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting / interviews have taken place.Â
We undertake social media checks on all shortlisted candidates in accordance with DFE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022’Â
We can offer:Â
- An exciting opportunity to work as a growing and supportive teamÂ
- An environment where the focus is upon high quality teaching and positive employment outcomes for studentsÂ
- A unique curriculum with outstanding facilities and cutting edge ICT and technology to support learningÂ
- Career developmentÂ
- A commitment to professional developmentÂ
- Focused teaching – KS4 and KS5Â
- Fully supported laptop provided with latest software to simplify your workloadÂ
Are you interested in shaping tomorrow’s designers, engineers and programmers? Â
At UTC Oxfordshire we are just as ambitious for our employees as we are for our students.  Â
Read more about working in our Trust here ALET staff recruitment brochure. Â
ABOUT US
The UTC opened in September 2015 in a new state of the art building. This is not only a relatively new school, but a new approach to educating 14-19 year olds; which is possibly the most exciting change in the education landscape in decades. All students at UTC Oxfordshire specialise in either Engineering or Science; at 14 they will also study a rich and balanced curriculum and at Post 16 the curriculum becomes more specialist. At capacity, we will be educating 600 students who will all have a passion for Engineering or Science; it truly is an inspirational environment.Â
We pride ourselves on our strong team, unique curriculum, excellent training and flexible work opportunities. We are passionate about providing the best opportunities for our young people. Â
Our school hours are 8.30am to 4pm. UTC Oxfordshire is centrally located with excellent transport links close by.Â
We recommend a tour of the UTC and informal conversations are encouraged.  We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore we would recommend that you submit your application as early as possible.Â
We welcome ambitious and forward thinking NQTs as well as experienced teachers.Â
Find out more about life at UTC Oxfordshire on our YouTube channelÂ
As an Activate Learning Education Trust school we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Any post within the Trust is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Â
We undertake social media checks on all shortlisted candidates in accordance with DFE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022′.Â
Safeguarding recruitment statement  Â
UTC Oxfordshire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults; we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will meet the selection criteria, and will be required to apply for a DBS disclosure and complete the relevant safeguarding training.Â