OTSA & Schools Mutual Services Partnership
Welcome to the OTSA & Schools Mutual Services Partnership
Empowering Schools & Supporting Educators Across Oxford
Who We Are
The Oxfordshire Teaching Schools Alliance (OTSA) is a trusted network dedicated to fostering excellence in education. Schools Mutual Services (SMS) shares this commitment, providing essential recruitment and staffing solutions specifically tailored for the education sector.
Why Our Partnership Matters
Together, OTSA and SMS are changing the landscape of education staffing in Oxford. Our unique collaboration ensures that:
- Fair Pay for Supply Staff: We prioritise competitive pay for both teaching and non-teaching staff, recognising the critical role you play in shaping the future.
- Supporting Schools’ Budgets: Our non-profit model means schools save money, allowing resources to go where they’re needed most—into classrooms, learning materials, and additional staff to support students.
By joining us, you’re becoming part of a community committed to the highest standards in education. With each placement, you’re not only growing your career but also directly contributing to a brighter future for Oxford’s students.
Ready to Make a Difference – Register Now
Join us today and become part of a partnership that values both educators and students alike. Register now to begin your journey with OTSA and SMS.
You are In Safe Hands with SMS
- Compliance
SMS are committed to safe recruitment and meet all the statutory requirements for Keeping children safe in education.
- People before Profits
SMS are managed and governed by Education leaders. We have an unwavering commitment to compensating our teaching and support staff fairly and transparently, whilst ensuring our schools and academies get the best rates.
- PAYE Contracts
All SMS supply contracts are PAYE, which provides complete transparency, ensures all supply staff are treated fairly and critical tax legislation is met.
SMS Charter – Our Commitment to You!
The Onboarding Process:
Meet The Oxford Team
Leigh Rackham, Business Manager
leigh@schoolsmutualservices.co.uk
07455 229 265
Georgia Howard
georgia@schoolsmutualservices.co.uk
01865 597 771
Jasmine Mirnam
jasmine@schoolsmutualservices.co.uk
01865 597 771
FAQs
Should you complete your e-sign documents, Right to Work, and upload the relevant asked-for documents, pending your DBS being on the update service, and references received the same day, you can be cleared within 24 hours. The longest part of this process is waiting for references to be returned
You will be required to complete an SMS DBS through our chosen provider, for which SMS receive no incentives. DBSs typically take up to one week; however, they may take longer, based on the number of districts you’ve been associated within
Daily supply cover, long-term cover, and temporary to permanent roles.