Job Description

UTC Oxfordshire

Oxfordshire
Expiring soon

Salary:

Main Scale to Upper Pay Scale depending on experience plus TLR

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Apply by:

3 July 2025

Job overview

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Are you a current or aspiring Lead Practitioner looking for a new role? Would you be interested in becoming a part of what is possibly the most exciting change in the education landscape in decades?


UTC Oxfordshire is currently looking to appoint an additional innovative, dynamic and passionate teacher to lead and support innovation and develop English and Literacy within the UTC. The successful applicant will join the UTC as it grows and develops.


UTC Oxfordshire opened in September 2015 in Didcot. It will admit up to 600 Students aged 14 to 19 living in the catchment area. UTC specialises in science and engineering, alongside a broad and balanced curriculum. We benefit from the support of local employers and three leading universities who enrich and enhance our unique curriculum offer.


UTC Oxfordshire is centrally located with excellent transport links close by.

An exciting opportunity to work as a growing and supportive team. An environment where the focus is upon high quality teaching and employment outcomes. A unique curriculum where GCSE English and Literacy benefits from up to 6 hours of curriculum time, outstanding facilities and cutting-edge ICT and technology to support learning. An opportunity to develop you teaching career with the possibility of moving into senior leadership either at the commencement of post or as the role develops. Unparalleled professional development. Focussed teaching - only KS4 and KS5 classes. Small class sizes. Passionate students. Fully supported laptop provided with latest software to simplify your workload.

The successful candidate will need to:

Be an outstanding classroom practitioner. Have excellent communication and leadership skills. Be able to influence outcomes at all levels and deliver whole school CPD and professional development. Introduce A level English to the curriculum. Be able to influence outcomes at all levels and deliver whole school CPD and professional development. Provide support to colleagues as part of our successful coaching program. Demonstrated whole school impact in their current role which has a positive impact upon students' lives and destinations. Be ready to embrace the challenge of a new school and the opportunities that exist.

If you are interested in joining UTC Oxfordshire and you have the skills and the qualities required for this post, please complete an Application form together and return to

hr@utcoxfordshire.org.uk

Closing date: 9am, Thursday 3 July 2025.

Interviews: Wednesday 9 July 2025.

We undertake social media checks on all shortlisted candidates in accordance with DFE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022'.

About

UTC Oxfordshire

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UTC Oxfordshire

Greenwood Way, Didcot
Oxfordshire
OX11 6BZ
United Kingdom

+44 1235 391587

UTC Oxfordshire is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational secondary school with sixth form, serving students from the age of 14-19. Situated in Harwell near Didcot the UTC has a maximum capacity of 600 students. It is part of the Active Learning Education Trust and works with industry partners: BMW Mini, UK Atomic Energy Authority, Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), RM Education, Reaction Engines and Bloodhound SSC and Academic Partners: Oxford Brookes University, Royal Holloway (University of London) and Reading University.



UTC Oxfordshire opened in 2015 and allows for students to specialise in either science or engineering.

Headteacher

Emma Reynolds

Values and vision

UTC Oxfordshire's vision is to provide science and engineering excellence for all students, offering a wide range of opportunities and vocational experience to allow them to succeed. UTC Oxfordshire's focus is to nurture mature, professional, talented, confident and successful students who grow into confident learners, equipped with knowledge, skills and a good attitude. UTC Oxfordshire works to employ passionate staff who have relevant knowledge and experience of industry to help engage pupils and make learning enjoyable. Work placements are encouraged; students make the most of the school's strong industry links, preparing them for their future career. Strong working partnerships between parents and school, the school and industry are at the heart of driving academic progress in our students. Furthermore, the student's wellbeing and personal development are supported through a strong pastoral care system and dedicated pastoral team.

Ofsted

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