Current Vacancies

Headteacher, Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School, Exeter 

Salary/Grade L10 -L14 - £62,202-£68,586

New year, new challenge? Ladysmith Infant School are looking for a new headteacher and this is a fantastic and rare opportunity to lead an Infant School in the heart of Exeter. The school is a hidden gem within the city with extensive grounds, dedicated forest school area and the potential to be an amazing place for young learners.

Ladysmith schools joined the highly successful St Christopher’s Trust in October 2024. Since then, the teaching staff have been supported by our Trust’s skilled School Improvement team and have high ambition for pupil standards. 

As a headteacher within our Trust you will not be alone, you will be supported by a rich programme of training and network events. You will able to work with our other 4 schools within Exeter be part of the Trusts wider network of school leaders, giving a wealth of professional development and support. This role also offers opportunities for leaders to work beyond their own school and further their development also.  If you are an experienced senior leader with a collaborative mindset we’d love to work with you.  

We are looking for a lead learner who is:
•    passionate and relentlessly positive, 
•    able to juggle the demands of a thriving school community
•    champions inclusion 

We can offer you:  

• a welcoming school/Trust community
• regular coaching or supervision
• a range of staff benefits - https://www.stchristophersmat.org/work-with-us/why-work-for-st-christophers-trust/our-benefits
• the opportunity to join an employer with an ambitious people strategy that develops your leadership career, accompanied by a regular coaching or supervision offer
• a thorough induction programme specifically tailored to your needs and experience

  
If you would like to talk about the role prior to application, please get in touch with sean.millar@stcmat.org, Director of Education

We’d encourage informal visits – please email people@stcmat.org   

Please submit your application via our Face-Ed application portal https://stcmat.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies 

If you have any further questions applying for this role, please contact HR via people@stcmat.org  

Applications need to be completed by 9am on Wednesday 26th February 2025. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 5th and Thursday 6th March 2025 in Exeter.

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post. 

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy: 
https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies 

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.
 

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Headteacher Recruitment pack 

Do you want to lead a wonderful two form entry primary in a leafy suburb of Exeter? The opportunity to lead St Michael’s in Exeter has arisen as a result of the retirement of the current Headteacher.

St Michael’s serves an established community in Exeter and this is a unique opportunity to continue to shape the future journey of the school. The brilliant children at St Michael’s experience a secure curriculum and are well behaved learners. Having the highest aspirations for all pupils in terms of progress, attainment and their wider outcomes will be essential.  You would be well supported by an established Senior Leadership Team at the school, who bring great expertise to their roles.

This is an opportunity that will enable you to lead in one of St Christopher’s largest schools. As such in addition to leading a large and committed staff team, there are many opportunities for the right candidate to contribute across the Trust – through leadership on strategic priorities for improvement and through collaboration with other Heads in the Trust.  

At St Christopher’s our approach is to enable our schools to be unique, reflecting the communities and unique contexts within which they are set.  ‘An education as unique as you’ is lived through our approach to schools within our Trust and is also made real for leaders who work within those schools.  As a unique leader, we would nurture and leverage your specialisms and talents.  We would shape the Headship role and any wider opportunities available to you around your unique profile of skills and experiences.   With a collaborative mindset, as a Headteacher of St Michaels you would play a crucial part in leading the school and Trust into the future.

We welcome applications from current Headteachers or individuals with other significant senior leadership experience and a track record of improving provision and outcomes. We also welcome discussion with those who would be interested in flexible working arrangements. 

Whatever your experience coming into the role, St Christopher’s Trust will support you every step of the way in the next stage of your leadership journey.

As a Headteacher joining our team, you will also have access to a suite of professional development opportunities and the chance to work collaboratively across our network of Headteachers.

We are looking for an individual who will:

• Be a passionate leader, able to positively juggle the demands of a thriving school community
• Further develop the curriculum to inspire all learners
• Develop inclusive practice that removes barriers to learning
• Work through other leaders to impact on staff at all levels
• Desire to lead within a supportive Trust and the desire to play an active part in improving Trust wide priorities.
• Be willing to support and develop our strong Christian ethos

We will offer you:

• A well resourced school with a broad curriculum
• Enthusiastic children with dedicated and committed staff
• A welcoming school community with an excellent range of established local partnerships
• A supportive Trust who will seek to opportunities for you to grow and impact inside and outside of school.
• The opportunity to join an employer with an ambitious people strategy that develops your leadership career, accompanied by a regular coaching or supervision offer
• A thorough induction programme specifically tailored to your needs and experience

• A range of staff benefits.

For those interested in applying for the Headteacher role, a tour of St Michael’s will take place on the dates in the candidate information pack.

To book your place please email people@stcmat.org

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Headteacher Recruitment Pack (including Job Description and Person Specification)

Please submit your application via our Face-Ed application portal

 https://stcmat.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies

The details of this vacancy and a link to Face-Ed application portal can be found on our website:

www.stchristophersmat.org/work-with-us/current-vacancies

If you have any queries when applying for this role please contact the People Team (HR) via people@stcmat.org

Online applications need to be completed by 5^th March 2025. Interviews will be held on 12^th and 13^th March 2025

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

Are you a passionate Class Teacher who believes in creating a stimulating, enabling, learning environment? Looking for a fresh challenge? Want to be part of our ambitious Torbay Hub of schools, with a supportive team and wonderful children. If you are motivated about developing the curriculum, raising standards and providing stimulating learning experiences, we want to hear from you!

We are seeking to appoint two teachers  who are passionate about delivering high quality education and having children’s wellbeing at the heart of everything that they do. You will teach within our thriving Torbay school community, a wonderful and inclusive group of schools who work closely together to meet the needs of our children.

Our Christian Ethos helps to create a warm, calm atmosphere across the schools, which pride ourselves on have our high expectations of behaviour and pupil achievement. The schools are part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration.

The Trust will build a package of exceptional continuous professional development, with clear support networks within each school and across the hub, to ensure that the appointed candidate loves coming to work each day!

We are looking for rigorous and relentless practitioners to bring learning to life for our pupils. You will be determined and skilful in challenging each pupil, whatever their starting point, using your strong pedagogical practice and philosophy, so that every pupil can truly flourish. We are looking for the appointed teacher to hold subject leader responsibilities (depending on their career stage), with the subjects open for discussion at interview.

This is an exciting role that will help shape the future development of our school. In joining us, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. You will develop your teaching and leadership skills in a Trust that has a strong focus on CPD. As Church of England schools, you will be happy to support the Christian ethos through our Trust and school values.

When completing an application please ensure you address all aspects of the person specification, listing any additional subject strengths and providing details of how you have gone above and beyond for the children within your care.

If you would like to arrange a tour of one of our schools, please contact Andy Pugsley, the headteacher of All Saints Babbacombe, directly on 01803 32913

Person Specification

Job Description

Online Application

Your completed application form should be submitted by 14^th January 2025 - 9.00am.  Interviews will be held on 28^th January 2025. (Teaching observations will take place week commencing on 20^th January 2025

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post. 

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy: 

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies 

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

Are you a passionate Class Teacher who believes in creating a stimulating, enabling, learning environment? Looking for a fresh challenge? Want to be part of our Ladysmith Junior School, with a supportive team and wonderful children. If you are motivated about developing the curriculum, raising standards and providing stimulating learning experiences, we want to hear from you! 

We are seeking to appoint someone who is passionate about delivering high quality education and having children’s wellbeing at the heart of everything that they do. You will teach within our thriving Exeter school community, a wonderful and inclusive group of schools who work closely together to meet the needs of our children. The schools are part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration. The Trust will build a package of exceptional continuous professional development, with clear support networks within each school and across the hub, to ensure that the appointed candidate loves coming to work each day! 

We are looking for a rigorous and relentless practitioner to bring learning to life for our pupils. You will be determined and skilful in challenging each pupil, whatever their starting point, using your strong pedagogical practice and philosophy, so that every pupil can truly flourish. The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from across the school and the hub is essential.
This is an exciting role; in joining us, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. You will develop your teaching and leadership skills in a Trust that has a strong focus on CPD. 

When completing an application please ensure you address all aspects of the person specification, listing any additional subject strengths and providing details of how you have gone above and beyond for the children within your care. 

If you would like to arrange a tour of our school, please contact Emma Harris, Trainee people Advisor on 01392 271596.

Your completed application form should be submitted by Monday 27th January 2025 – 9.00am.   Interviews will be held on Friday 31st January 2025.  

Online Application

Job Description

Person Specification

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post. 

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy: 

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies 

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

Are you a passionate teacher who believes in creating a stimulating, enabling, learning environment? Are you looking for a fresh challenge? Do you want to be part of an ambitious school with a supportive team who work hard to be at the heart of the community they serve? If this sounds like you, make the move to St George’s Primary School.

We are seeking to appoint an experienced EYFS class teacher to cover maternity leave, with experience or an interest in leading English across the school.  Using your strong pedagogy and philosophy, you will skilfully and carefully match learning to children’s developmental needs. Developing a close working partnership with parents and staff will be central to your practice.

St George’s Church of England Primary Academy is a small school with a village feel and a beautiful locality near to the Royal William Yard and Firestone Bay. Our strong Christian Ethos helps to create a warm, calm atmosphere. We pride ourselves on our high achievements in all senses of the word and our child centred incisive approach. The Academy is part of St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration.

If you feel that you are an inspirational teacher who aspires to shape the lives of young people, we welcome you to apply to be part of our hard-working team. In joining St Georges CofE Primary Academy, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. As a member of staff in a Church of England school, you will be happy to support the Anglican ethos through our school values.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange a date and time on 01752 224863

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If you have any further questions applying for this role, please contact the People Team (HR) via people@stcmat.org  

Job Description

Person Specification

Applications need to be completed by 9am on Friday 21^st March.   Interviews will be held on Monday 31^st March.

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post. 

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy: 

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies 

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

We have a vacancy for a passionate and dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive school.  You will have previous experience working with children across the primary age range and be able to effectively communicate with adults and children alike.  We are looking for someone who can work in partnership with the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom, assisting pupils to learn and reach their full potential. An understanding of trauma informed / relational approaches would also be beneficial along with delivering interventions. If you have high expectations and understanding of behaviour of all pupils, experience of delivering interventions for children and can create and maintain a purposeful learning environment, we would welcome your application to be part of our successful and hard-working team.

St George’s Church of England Primary Academy is a small school with a village feel and a beautiful locality near to the Royal William Yard and Firestone Bay. Our strong Christian Ethos helps to create a warm, calm atmosphere. We pride ourselves on our high achievements in all senses of the word and our child centred incisive approach. The Academy is part of St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration

Visits to the school are encouraged, please call the school direct on 07152 224863.

Please visit the link below for information on how to apply:

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Please submit your application via our Face-Ed application portal: https://stcmat.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies 

The details of this vacancy and a link to Face-Ed application portal can be found on our website: www.stchristophersmat.org/work-with-us/current-vacancies 

If you have any further questions applying for this role, please contact the people Team (HR) via people@stcmat.org  

Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Job Description

Level 3 Teaching Assistant - person Specification

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post. 

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy: 

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies 

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

Are you ready to make a difference to individual lives, supporting learning and community? We are looking for an individual to work in our amazing school.

As a Teaching Assistant for Ladysmith Junior School in Exeter, you will work under the guidance of teaching staff with an agreed system of supervision, to implement work/care/support programmes in or out of the classroom to enable access to learning for pupils and assist the teachers in the management of pupils.

Ladysmith Junior School is part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration. Children are encouraged and given opportunities to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. The staff at Ladysmith Junior School go above and beyond for the children and families and strive to attain the very highest standards in their academic learning, whilst encouraging their pupils to become aspirational, responsible and creative citizens. 

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate a calm and patient demeanour, who is committed to helping young people achieve their full potential. You will have had previous experience in working with children in a similar setting and be able to effectively communicate with adults and children alike. 
 

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Job Description

Person Specification

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies

Our commitment to EDI

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

We are looking for a dedicated and conscientious School Cleaner to support in the maintenance of our loved school building.

Key Purpose and Level of the Role

• Work under the direction of the line manager and day to day manager
• Provide an efficient and effective cleaning service, ensuring the highest hygiene standards and cleanliness for the health, safety and wellbeing of the pupils, staff and other visitors to the academy site.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is hard working, flexible and proactive in keeping our site safe and attractive.
• Can use their own initiative and work independently.
• Is capable of undertaking a role that can be physically demanding.
• Has a good understanding of Health and Safety procedures as they relate to School cleanliness.

This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of St Christopher’s Multi Academy Trust where we draw regularly on the support of dedicated colleagues and directors.   You will join a positive team, who are hard-working, driven and very welcoming.

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Job Description

Person Specification

If you have any queries, please contact people@stcmat.org 

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.