Oak National Academy

Who we are

Oak National Academy is an innovative education technology organization dedicated to improving pupil outcomes and closing the disadvantage gap. Established in response to the pandemic, we quickly became a vital resource for teachers and students, with over 150 million lessons completed during lockdown. Our small, dynamic team of 129 professionals continues to make a significant impact by providing free, adaptable lesson resources to tens of thousands of teachers across the UK.

What we do

Our mission is to support teachers in delivering high-quality education by offering a comprehensive library of curriculum resources. We provide thousands of lesson plans, worksheets, and interactive activities designed to enhance classroom learning and support remote education. By leveraging data and evidence-based practices, we continually refine our offerings to ensure they meet the evolving needs of educators and students alike.

As a trusted partner to schools across the country, we combine educational expertise with cutting-edge technology to create resources that are both pedagogically sound and practically useful. Our content is carefully aligned with the national curriculum and regularly updated based on teacher feedback and learning outcomes.

Working at Oak National Academy

At Oak National Academy, we foster a culture of freedom, responsibility, and continuous improvement. Our team is talented, caring, and candid, united by a shared commitment to making a genuine difference in education. We value innovative approaches and encourage experimentation, supported by data-driven decision-making.

Working at Oak means being part of a collaborative, remote-first environment that combines the flexibility of distributed work with the connection of regular in-person meetings and team-building activities. We believe that great work happens when people have the autonomy to work in ways that suit them best, balanced with the accountability to deliver meaningful impact for teachers and students.

Our culture

We're passionate about education and equally passionate about creating a sustainable, fulfilling workplace. Our team members are empowered to take ownership of their work, contribute ideas across the organization, and grow professionally through mentoring, coaching, and hands-on learning opportunities.

Our benefits

At Oak National Academy, we prioritize work-life balance and employee well-being, offering an exceptional benefits package that reflects our commitment to supporting our team:

Work-life balance

• 4.5 day work week with half-day Fridays (36 hours total), or one Friday off every fortnight
• Flexible working hours that adapt to your life
• Fully remote work options with no requirement to be office-based

Time off

• 25 days annual leave, increasing by one day each year up to 28 days
• Generous paid leave between Christmas and New Year
• Enhanced parental leave policies to support growing families

Financial benefits

• 11% employer pension contribution with no minimum employee contribution required
• Equipment allowances to set up your ideal home workspace

Health and wellbeing

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support

Professional development

• Mentoring and coaching opportunities
• Learning and development budget
• Regular team social events to build connections and celebrate successes