Bartholomew School

Join Bartholomew School and launch the next stage in your career

Preparing students for a bright, exciting and happy future.

Welcome to Bartholomew School, a mixed comprehensive for over 1360 students with a large sixth form.  We are part of the EPA Trust and located in the village of Eynsham, just west of Oxford. Our school is a vibrant and inclusive community where staff and students thrive together, through excellent leadership and the support of parents, carers, governors and trustees. Rated as one of the top-performing schools in the region, with outstanding exam results and three consecutive Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ judgements in a row, we are committed to academic excellence, personal growth, and fostering a passion for lifelong learning, along with the wellbeing of our staff and students.

At Bartholomew School, we understand that our success begins with our staff. Whether you are an experienced educator, an ambitious leader, or someone starting a career in education, we provide a supportive environment where you can flourish. Joining our dedicated team means becoming part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and the wellbeing of every member of our school community.

Benefits include:

• Professional Growth: From tailored CPD programs to leadership opportunities, we are invested in your career development.
• Supportive Environment: Work within a team that values diversity, creativity, and the contributions of every individual.
• Exceptional Facilities: Our modern facilities are designed to enhance teaching, learning, and staff wellbeing.
• Community Spirit: Be part of a school that truly cares, not just about academic achievement, but also about making a positive impact in the wider community and striving for excellence in all that we do
• Employee Assistance Programme: Complimentary access to an enhanced Employee Assistance Programme that offers confidential, expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7, covering a wide range of issues.
• Pension: Teaching staff are automatically enrolled in the Teacher Pension Scheme and associate staff are enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Free Car Parking: On site parking is available at the front and back of school.
• Excellent Transport Links: Multiple public buses serve Eynsham, for example the S1 between Oxford and Carterton, which stops at Bartholomew School on the Witney Road. We also offer storage for your bike if you opt to cycle to work.
• Free Eye Tests: Subject to terms and conditions
• On Site Gym: Complimentary use of the Bartholomew Sports Centre gym
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Open to all EPA employees via salary sacrifice
• On Site Catering: From our award-winning catering team

Ofsted Report

Bartholomew School has been judged ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in each of its last three inspections in 2009, 2013 and most recently in 2024. Inspectors commented:

“Pupils flourish at this exceptional school”

“Pupils behaviour is impeccable”

"All staff receive relevant and stimulating training"

"Staff are justifiably proud to work at the school"

View our latest Ofsted report here. 

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply for a job today or join our Talent Pool.