Join Our Supportive Team

At St Christopher’s Primary School, we are committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive team of educators who share our vision and values. We encourage you to explore the current vacancies and consider joining our dynamic, supportive community.

Together, let’s inspire the next generation of teachers and continue our journey to excellence.

Current Vacancies

If you’re interested in being part of our supportive community and contributing to our journey of excellence, we encourage you to explore our current openings.

Please see our My New Term site, where you can complete and submit your application directly. If there are no current vacancies, you can join our talent pool to be considered for future opportunities.

Visits to our academy are warmly encouraged – please contact 01865 779772 or email office.3252@st-christophers-pri.oxon.sch.uk to book a tour. Interviews will be scheduled once applications have been reviewed. We reserve the right to close the application process early as submissions are assessed on a rolling basis.

As a member of the Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust (ODST), St Christopher’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check. Online checks may also be conducted to comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines.

Opportunities for Trainee Teachers

We warmly welcome trainee teachers to join us on their journey to becoming qualified educators. Whether you are exploring a school-based initial teacher training (SKITT) programme or another form of school-based training, our doors are open to you. We encourage you to book a tour to visit our school and learn more about how we can support your professional development. Please contact 01865 779772 or email office.3252@st-christophers-pri.oxon.sch.uk.

Pathways to Teaching

In addition to hosting trainee teachers, we are excited to offer various pathways for those interested in becoming teachers. Our school has a proven track record of supporting individuals through their journey to the classroom.

Teacher Apprenticeships

For those with a degree, we are proud to offer a 15-month teacher apprenticeship programme leading to qualified teacher status (QTS). As an apprentice, you will work in our school four days a week, receiving on-the-job training and mentorship, while also completing one day of formal training through our apprentice provider. This comprehensive approach allows you to gain valuable experience and earn a salary while working towards your teaching qualification.

QTS Postgraduate apprenticeship Information

Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (TDA)

We are also thrilled to support the new Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (TDA) programme. This 4-year, full-time course enables you to train as a teacher while earning a degree. Apprentices will spend approximately 40% of their time (2 days a week) studying with an accredited provider, while the remaining time is dedicated to practical, school-based learning, all while earning a salary while working towards qualified teacher status.

TDA Information

Assessment Only Route (AOR)

If you have been teaching as an unqualified teacher for at least 3 years, we can support you through the Assessment Only Route (AOR). This pathway allows you to demonstrate your competence against the Teachers’ Standards, leading to qualified teacher status (QTS) in just one year all while earning a salary.

AOR Information

 

If you are interested in any of these pathways to teaching and gaining your qualified teacher status, please get in touch with the school office for a tour and a discussion with our Senior Leadership Team to see which option would fit best for you.