Current Vacancies

Acting Deputy Headteacher

Place of work: Ladysmith Infant School, Exeter

Salary: L1

Job term: Fixed Term, maternity cover from January 2026 until the end of the academic year or the return of the current post holder whichever is sooner. 

Appointment type: Full time

Closing date: 9am Tuesday 14^th October

Interviews: W/C 20^th October 2025

Deputy Headteacher

Is being part of the leadership team of an Infant and Nursery school your dream job?

We are looking for an acting deputy headteacher who has a passion for high quality principled education and an excellent understanding of teaching and learning in Key Stage 1 or EYFS. You will be committed to working with the head teacher and Trust to support Ladysmith Infant and Nursery school on its journey towards becoming a centre of excellence for in early education for the Trust and beyond; a place where learning is magical and irresistible!

You will

• Have strong knowledge about teaching and learning and a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Have high expectations and be adapt at removing barriers to learning for children whatever their starting point.
• Be able to model great teaching, coach, support and challenge colleagues to be the best they can be.
• Be able to lead phonics and early reading across the school.

In return 

• You will be able to access unrivalled professional development and work with other likeminded colleagues and senior leaders through our supporting and extensive Trust CPD offer.
• Be supported to develop and achieve your career aspirations whatever they are.
• You will be part of a network of 4 other Trust schools in the city of Exeter and not be alone in your leadership journey and be part of the wider Trust family of 21 schools spanning Exeter, Torbay and Plymouth.
• Through this post have the opportunity to take the next step into school leadership and gain valuable leadership experience.
• Work for a Trust where well-being and workload are taken seriously.

This post is a fixed term to cover the maternity/ parental leave of the current Deputy headteacher for two terms or until their return whichever is earlier. We welcome applications for this fixed term contract either from applicants looking for new employment or as a secondment. If applying on a secondment basis, please ensure you have the appropriate authority from your Governing Body and Headteacher before applying for the post.

Visits to the school are encouraged; please contact the school on 01392 349141 if you wish to make arrangements.

Applications should be submitted online by 9am Tuesday 14^th October. 

Interviews are scheduled for W/C 20^th October 2025. Successfully shortlisted candidates might be observed teaching in their own school/class.

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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Are you ready to take that next step in your career or already a strong leader looking to take on a new challenge? We are seeking to appoint an Early Years Leader with exceptional Early Years knowledge who will take charge of our Reception classes at St Michael’s and take a strategic development of the Early Years.  You will be able to flourish as both a practitioner and a leader with a supportive team around you and within a positive environment.

Joining our Senior Leadership Team and receiving support from our Deputy and Headteacher, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the Early Years as well as having a role to play in shaping the strategic direction of Early Years in our school.  This is an exciting opportunity where you will be able to use your strong pedagogy and philosophy for Early Years, along with your creative flare and zest for learning, to lead our EYFS team towards become a beacon of excellence.

As part of St Christopher’s Trust, we can offer a fantastic range of professional development opportunities whatever your career stage and we are looking for leaders that relish a challenge, stand out from the crowd and really want to make a difference.

We offer:

• Supportive staff and an experienced team
• A supportive community of parents
• Children who are happy and motivated to learn and a supportive, welcoming and hardworking staff team
• A strong track record of career progression
• A good school (Ofsted 2025) with aspirations to become a beacon school.
• A welcoming, nurturing school with a strong ethos and set of values that underpin all that we do
• Children who are happy and motivated to learn and a supportive, welcoming and hardworking staff team

 The successful candidate will:

• Be a proven strong EYFS teacher who has a clear understanding of high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum.
• Have leadership skills that will enable staff to flourish and pupils to reach their potential, underpinned by a strong personal philosophy and clear pedagogical subject knowledge.
• Be happy to support the Church of England ethos of our school through our school values.
• Be dedicated to raising standards and removing barriers to learning for all pupils.
• Have high expectations of themselves and pupils with a positive, can do and proactive nature.
• A commitment to developing an engaging and exciting curriculum based on practical and first-hand learning experiences set within a very strong learning environment.

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Person Specification

Job Description

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.

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

Applications need to be completed by 9:00am on Monday 20th October Interviews will be held on Thursday 23rd October 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

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.

Due to an increase in pupil need, we have an opportunity for an inclusion teacher to join our friendly and highly committed staff team. Having a recent change of leadership, we are a thriving school which is determined to support all our children and community to flourish. If you want to be part of a team which puts children and the community at the heart of all that we do, we would love to hear from you.

This is a new and exciting role to enhance the already strong inclusion practice at our school. The successful candidate will work alongside the SENCo and Family Support Worker to run the inclusion classroom- a provision for SEND pupils’ needs to be met within the mainstream environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for SEND to develop a provision which could potentially be cascaded across our trust. Are you determined to provide inclusive teaching for all or do you have experience of working in a specialist setting, if so, we encourage you to apply. 

Our school is part of a highly supportive trust with a dedication to inclusion. We provide a comprehensive CPD offer as well as support through subject and inclusion networks. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to develop their understanding of SEND leadership.

If you want to make a difference, are happy to go the extra mile and have strong inclusive practice and pedagogical knowledge, we would love to hear from you. Our school serves a diverse catchment including pupils with a high percentage EAL. Our pupils show positive attitudes to learning and are very well behaved, demonstrating our school values. Ladysmith’s really is a wonderful place to work where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and their families.

Tours of the school are welcome and encouraged; please contact the school on 01392 349141 if you wish to make arrangements.

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Person Specification

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 check is required for all successful candidates. Candidates are encouraged to read our Safeguarding policy before applying.

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. 

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.

St Sidwell’s Primary School is where love for our pupils and their families is a core value. We are looking for someone who can help us achieve our mission to ‘Thinking creatively; Learning together; Trusting in God’.

We are looking to recruit an Early Years specialist who will be ready to take a lead on our nursery provision alongside our Foundation Stage Unit leader. St Sidwell’s is a vibrant school with a high number of EAL pupils. The candidate would need to understand the support required to enable pupils arriving with no English language to settle well and make language development an absolute priority with continuous provision. We are seeking someone who is passionate about provision. If you have a flair for creating enticing environments closely matched to children’s next steps and interests we would welcome your application.

You should have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar setting working with children 3 – 5 years and hold a Level 6 childcare qualification recognised under the EYFS statutory framework (Early Years Professional Status, Early Years Teacher Status) or be a Qualified Teacher.

If you are an inspirational and dynamic practitioner who demonstrates excellent practice, with high standards of teaching and learning to motivate, value and nurture all children we would love you to join our successful and hardworking team.

Please contact the school on 01884 252973 to request a tour of the school.

To apply please visit the academy website: www.stchristophersmat.org or apply online  by Friday 3rd October 2025 9.00am. The  interview date is scheduled for 10^th October 2025.

Online application form

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.

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  

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Person Specification

Applications need to be completed by 9am on Wednesday 23rd April.   Interviews will be held on Wednesday 30th April.

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 an exciting opportunity for an experienced Y3 Class Teacher to join our friendly and highly committed staff team to cover a period of Maternity Leave. Having recently had an Ofsted inspection, we are a thriving school which is determined to support our children and community to flourish. If you want to be part of a team which puts children and the community at the heart of all that we do, we would love to hear from you.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone to join a school in a highly supportive trust. We provide a comprehensive CPD offer as well as support through subject networks. For the right candidate, there is also the opportunity to take the next step in your career and join the leadership team as a core subject leader. We are keen to hear from applicants at any stage of their career and are interested in a range of subject specialisms although experience in leading, passion for or expertise in core subjects, humanities, MFL or Music would be an advantage.

If you want to make a difference, are happy to go the extra mile and have strong subject and pedagogical knowledge, we would love to hear from you. Our school serves a diverse catchment including pupils with a high percentage EAL and pupils from under resourced backgrounds. Our pupils show positive attitudes to leaning and are very well behaved, demonstrating our school values. St Peter’s really is a wonderful place to work where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and their families.

At St Peter’s Primary there is a real sense of community between the school, the surrounding area and St Peters Church. A strength of our school is its size: we are a small school with currently 162 children on roll, including a nursery. It means we know all our children and families well and can make sure that we do our best to develop their learning in a happy, safe, secure and values - respecting environment.

Tours of the school are welcome and encouraged. To arrange a tour please contact spe.admin@stcmat.org or call 01752 667724.

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If you have any queries relating to this vacancy, please contact  people@stcmat.org.

Job Description

Person Specification

When completing an application please ensure you address all aspects of the person specification and list any additional subject strengths.  

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 recruiting a Family Support Worker to support the emotional and social wellbeing of our pupils.  We are looking for someone who can build trusting relationships with both parents and pupils to help engage them with their education.  You will be part of a team that supports our most vulnerable pupils both in and out of the classroom.  You will work closely with teachers to oversee academic progress, monitor behaviour and attendance and help pupils with particular challenges that create barriers to their learning and wellbeing.

The successful applicant will have experience working with families, vulnerable people or children, supporting them with social, emotional, and mental health needs.  A knowledge and understanding of local resources and community and statutory services, including Mental Health Teams, Social Services, Health, CAMHS, and school and voluntary services would be useful.

You will work 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!

Visits to the school are encouraged; please contact the school on 01392 349141 if you wish to make arrangements.

Please note the essential qualifications required for this role detailed in the person specification.

If you have any issues with the Sam People Recruit system please call 01924 907319, for query's regarding the post please contact The People Team via people@stcmat.org

Applications need to be completed by 9am on Friday 10^th October 2025. Interviews will be held on Friday 17^th October 2025.

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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.

Are you passionate about helping children ‘be the best they can be?’ Are you enthusiastic about helping child learn through play and hands on experiences? Do you want to work in a happy school that puts children at the heart of all we do?

Then we want to hear from you! We are looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and hard-working team. 

St Leonard's CofE Primary School, in Exeter, is proud to be part of St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust. We are a community school that serves around 600 pupils, set in extensive grounds filled with wide open spaces and woodlands that allow our children to engage in the wonder of outdoor learning.

We have experienced continued growth and success thanks to our dedicated staff.

Your role will be to support the learning and needs of different pupils, supporting children with SEND, assisting classes and running small group activities. You will have had some previous experience in working with children and be able to effectively communicate with adults and children alike, encouraging everyone to be the ‘best that they can be’.

If you have any issues with the Sam People Recruit system please call 01924 907319, for query's regarding the post please contact The People Team via people@stcmat.org

Applications need to be completed by 9am on Friday 10th October 2025. Provisional Interview date is Wednesday 15th October 2025.

Apply Now

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 Level 2 Teaching Assistant, to join our collaborative academy, which is dedicated to developing a great team which is centred around respect. The role will give the candidate an opportunity to experience all aspects of school life, working with SEN children in class, and outside in formal lessons and in more informal scenarios.

St Michael’s CofE Primary Academy is a larger than average, primary school, located in Heavitree, Exeter and has been part of the local community for over 140 years. It is oversubscribed and is currently full with 420 pupils.  The school is inclusive and as such, welcomes children with a range of needs and from a variety of backgrounds.  This leads to an active learning environment, catering for diverse cohorts whilst ensuring high standards.  There is a strong team culture with staff working closely with each other for the benefit of all the children.  Through established and embedded values, St Michael’s children are not only excellent learners, they are also first-class citizens, helping to make the world a better place for all. It is part of St Christopher’s Trust which comprises of 21 schools.

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.

If you have any queries when applying for this role, please contact the People team via People@stcmat.org

Apply Here

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.

Our safeguarding policy can be viewed on our policies page which can be accessed  Here

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 Level 2 Teaching Assistant, to join our collaborative academy, which is dedicated to developing a great team which is centred around respect. The role will give the candidate an opportunity to experience all aspects of school life, working with children in class, and outside in formal lessons and in more informal scenarios.

St Michael’s CofE Primary Academy is a larger than average, primary school, located in Heavitree, Exeter and has been part of the local community for over 140 years. It is oversubscribed and is currently full with 420 pupils.  The school is inclusive and as such, welcomes children with a range of needs and from a variety of backgrounds.  This leads to an active learning environment, catering for diverse cohorts whilst ensuring high standards.  There is a strong team culture with staff working closely with each other for the benefit of all the children.  Through established and embedded values, St Michael’s children are not only excellent learners, they are also first-class citizens, helping to make the world a better place for all. It is part of St Christopher’s Trust which comprises of 21 schools.

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.

Apply Here 

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 passionate about providing children with a safe and structured mealtime where they can eat and play with their friends. If this sounds like you then St Sidwell’s Primary School, based in Exeter, are looking for a maternity cover Mealtime Assistant to join their team. We are looking for a caring individual who can lead play, interact with the children and undertake the responsibility of supervising and ensuring the safety of the children at all times.

The main duties of the role are:

• Set up the dining hall
• To set up and lead play activities in the playground;
• Supervision of all pupils during their meal time and organising the dinner queue
• To co-ordinate play for pupils;
• To assist with the well-being of pupils during lunchtime;
• To support the supervision of children during lunch and play, using your initiative to ensure caring quality provision is continuously made.

Experience of working with children is not essential, just the passion to help improve the life chances of children within a school environment whilst being prepared to work inside and outside in all weathers.

Applicants should outline the experience and expertise they would bring to this role. 

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Job Description

Person specification

Your application form needs to be completed by 9am on 17^th October 2025. Provisional interview date is 24^th October 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

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.