Staff Vacancies

Employing the right staff is key to the success of our school: the Headteacher is actively involved in every interview process.

We understand that valuing and developing our staff is the best way to release their potential. In return, we seek staff who are passionate about working with young people, resilient, and with a truly growth mindset. If this is you, we look forward to hearing from you!

Please note that we are only able to accept applications made via the MyNewTerm application process; we cannot accept letters or CVs without an additional formal application.

St Birinus School is a Family Friendly School, committed to supporting our staff so that they can carve out a professional and personal life that is fulfilling and balanced.  

Quotes and soundbites from SBS staff in the recent Stakeholder Surveys ... 

  • "I love this place!"
  • "Despite only having joined the school recently, I have found it to be a positive and supportive school, with a clear vision and values that students and staff understand"
  • "St Birinus is the best managed school that I have ever worked in or been associated with"
  • "I love working at St Birinus and intend to root myself here for the foreseeable future"

What SBS staff say that they value about their school ... 

  • "Relationships with colleagues and the community feel"
  • "A strong sense of community and pride" 
  • "The positive influence we have on students and inclusion of all students no matter their need"
  • "The strong leadership and vision from the Senior Leadership Team"
  • "The focus on staff wellbeing" 

 

Our RET Staff Charter summarises the commitment we make to all staff who join and work at Ridgeway Education Trust.

We are committed to expressing our values of high quality learning, respectful relationships and an inclusive environment in the day to day experience of staff and students throughout the school. 

Ridgeway Education Trust is committed to safeguarding, equality and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff working in all its schools and volunteers to share this commitment. Recruitment to all posts will be subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS, references, and pre-employment safeguarding checks.  All Leadership roles will require a Section 128 check.  The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining a post. All cases are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed.  To view our Safeguarding policy, please visit our website: http://www.st-birinus-school.org.uk/1852/sbs-policies.  Please be aware that you will be required to bring your original degree certificate, proof of residence and photographic ID, as applicable, to interview and online searches may be made for shortlisted candidates, as part of due diligence checks.

St Birinus School is an equal opportunities employer.

 

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Current Vacancies

 

Documents

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SBS Teaching Staff Job Description 21st Jul 2022 Download
SBS Teaching Staff Person Specification 21st Jul 2022 Download
SBS site map Mereland Road entrance OX11... 15th Mar 2023 Download
Safer Recruitment RET 29th Sep 2023 Download
@@StBirinusSchool10:14 AM - 13th January, 2026 Y8 Options – Parent Information Evening | Wed 14 Jan 2025 We invite Year 8 parents to attend an in-person info evening on GCSE options, process overview, and FAQs. 🕠 A letter has been emailed to parents with more details.
@@StBirinusSchool10:05 PM - 12th January, 2026 📰 The latest edition of The Saint is out! We’re launching our new Staff Spotlight series, starting with our Headteacher’s professional journey to St Birinus.
@@StBirinusSchool10:03 PM - 12th January, 2026 📰 The latest edition of The Saint is out now! We’re launching our new Staff Spotlight series, starting with our Headteacher’s professional journey to St Birinus. Read it here 👇The Saint
@@StBirinusSchool09:28 PM - 12th January, 2026 🏀 Special Guest Coach – Tues 13th, 3:30pm Former international & semi-pro player Alessandro Rossi will be coaching Year 8 basketball and sharing his experience. Parents/carers — please encourage any boys interested in basketball to come along, even if they don’t usually train.
@@StBirinusSchool09:39 AM - 10th January, 2026 A great first week back as we kick off 2026 here at St Birinus. Headteacher Will Manning shares some of this week’s highlights — with more detail available in The Saint via the school website.Read more pic.twitter.com/yFVdIRc76S
@@StBirinusSchool03:30 PM - 8th January, 2026 We seek to appoint an exceptional Assistant Headteacher to lead on whole school attendance, AP and safeguarding responsibility around vulnerable learners, outcomes & provision PP. For further details or to apply, please visit Read more pic.twitter.com/yJa2MrLOzb
@@StBirinusSchool10:37 AM - 8th January, 2026 This morning in Maths, Year 8 Mathematicians focused on solving linear equations with unknowns on both sides, using bar models to develop algebraic fluency.#theSBSway pic.twitter.com/PZ66zrVCyO
@@StBirinusSchool07:30 AM - 6th January, 2026 Welcome back to St Birinus! We’re looking forward to seeing our students back on site, ready for a new term of learning, growth and community. Be sure to follow along our other platforms to stay up to date! Instagram: Facebook: St Birinus School#classof2026 pic.twitter.com/5YnoiF3ivX
@@StBirinusSchool07:27 PM - 5th January, 2026 A warm welcome from St Birinus Headteacher, Mr Will Manning, as we look forward to welcoming students back to school tomorrow morning. pic.twitter.com/hXA2F5obrO
@@StBirinusSchool10:56 AM - 5th January, 2026 We are delighted that Rachael Warwick, former CEO of RET, has been awarded the MBE in the recent honours list. This recognises the contribution Rachael has made to the education sector and to the growth and success of our Trust. We are extremely proud of all she has achieved. pic.twitter.com/A9jOlxIKfN
@@StBirinusSchool10:13 AM - 5th January, 2026 We seek to appoint an exceptional Assistant Headteacher to lead on whole school attendance, AP and safeguarding responsibility around vulnerable learners, outcomes & provision PP. For further details or to apply, please Read more pic.twitter.com/jYmE0ikwrR
@@GKKLeadership09:24 AM - 21st November, 2025 One of my favourite moments in the school year - our annual Student Leadership Conference to mark International Men’s Day - Mr Manning, our Head Teacher talking to students about his own journey. pic.twitter.com/LdR9qDSC9q

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St Birinus has a vibrant House system which ensures that staff and students work together to create a positive school community where everyone is included.
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