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Are you a passionate leader ready to make a real difference in the lives of children, staff and parents?
Do you believe in nurturing the potential of every child through high expectations and a culture where everyone feels they belong?
Are you excited by the opportunity to inspire others, grow leadership across the school, and deepen relationships with families and the wider community?

St Edward’s CofE Primary School and Nursery are looking to appoint a creative and ambitious teacher with leadership experience as Deputy Headteacher for their school.  This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to work alongside the Headteacher to make a difference to the provision and development of the school. 

If you are motivated about curriculum development, raising standards and building a broad and inspiring learning experience for young minds, we want to hear from you.

We offer:

• An experienced, dedicated and effective staff team who are passionate about supporting each and every child to flourish.
• A warm, family-centred ethos where staff, parents and the local community come together to support every child’s journey.
• Children who are happy, articulate and motivated to learn.
• An exciting role within our growing organisation with excellent support and opportunities for future career development across our family of 21 St Christopher’s Trust schools.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a desire to work in partnership with the Headteacher and leadership team.
• Have leadership skills that will enable staff to flourish and pupils to reach their potential.
• Be dedicated to safeguarding and nurturing all children, raising standards and removing barriers to learning.
• Have a strong educational philosophy and clear pedagogical knowledge that underpin leadership and drive aspirations for children.
• Be willing to support and further develop the Church of England ethos of the school, our vision and values.
• Fully committed to an inclusive school family
• Have high expectation of themselves and others, with a positive and proactive nature.
• Be an excellent communicator and be able to inspire all they encounter to strive to be the best they can be.

Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact the School Office to arrange. Tel: 01752 705130

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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 Tuesday 24^th June Interviews will be held on Thursday 10^th July 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.

St Matthew’s C of E Primary & Nursery Academy is seeking to appoint a KS2 Phase Lead to support the wider senior leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding teacher who is ready to take the next step in their professional journey or for an existing leader who is excited about the challenge of a larger setting. This role will allow you to make a difference to the provision and development of eight classes, one of which you will teach. If you are motivated about developing our curriculum, raising standards and providing stimulating learning experiences for young minds, we want to hear from you!  

We have a strong track record of supporting our leaders to become the best that they can be with several moving on to become Assistant Heads and Deputy Heads within other Trust schools.

With support from our Assistant Headteacher, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the phase as well as having a role to play in shaping the strategic direction of Key Stage 2 in our school.  This is an exciting opportunity where you will be able to use your strong pedagogy and philosophy for early education, along with your creative flare and zest for learning, to lead our team towards becoming 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:

• Wonderful staff and facilities
• A strong track record of career progression
• A good school (Ofsted 2022) 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 opportunity to work in a modern school, with spacious grounds within Plymouth’s Ocean city.

 The successful candidate will:

• Be a proven strong Key Stage 2 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.

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.

We welcome visits to our school to find out more. Please contact the office on smpa.office@stcmat.org or telephone 01752 395969 to book an appointment.

If you have any issues applying for this role please contact The People Team via people@stcmat.org

Applications need to be completed by 9:00am on Monday 19^th May 2025. Interviews will be held on Friday 23^rd May with visits to successful candidates in their own settings taking place on Tuesday 20^th May and Wednesday 21^st May 2025.

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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 aspiring to join a passionate and dynamic Senior Leadership Team?

Following the relocation of the current post holder, St Leonard's C of E Primary School is seeking to appoint a Reception Year Leader to make a real difference to the provision and development of three classes, one of which you will teach. This is a unique chance for an outstanding teacher who is ready to take the next step in their professional journey or for an existing leader who is excited about the challenge of a larger setting.

St Leonard’s can promise you a position within an Ofsted Outstanding Leadership Team, who are committed to long term, sustainable change to improve the provision, standards and outcomes for pupils. We want all doors to be open to our children, regardless of their background or barriers that they face and we strive to be a beacon for our community, as recognised by an Outstanding Personal Development judgement. The successful candidate will help shape and lead the future innovation and development of our school going forward.

We are wholly committed to the principles of the EYFS: a unique child, positive relationships, enabling environments and learning and development. If you are motivated about developing the Early Years curriculum, raising standards and providing stimulating learning experiences for young minds, we want to hear from you!

We offer:

• A genuine and friendly school with a strong Christian ethos and set of values that underpin all that we do
• Exceptional children who are articulate, happy and motivated to learn
• A happy, stable staffing team
• A headteacher who puts children at the heart of all decision making
• A commitment to your leadership development, which includes designated Year Leader days for us to work strategically together
• Unique and bespoke facilities to deliver an outstanding curriculum, such as: Tardis-like grounds, a Computing Suite, a newly developed Library and a fully-fitted Cookery Hive
• Research-driven CPD specifically tailored to our school’s needs
• Opportunities for future career development across our family of 21 schools within the St Christopher’s Trust

The successful candidate will:

• Be emotionally intelligent and ambitious for all
• Have adaptative leadership skills that creates a climate for growth and change and an ability to inspire and empower others
• Thrive on challenge
• Be dedicated to removing barriers to learning for pupils and a steadfast belief that every child can achieve
• Strong subject and pedagogical knowledge of the Early Years
• Be happy to support the Church of England ethos of our school though our school values

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 issues applying for this role please contact The People Team via people@stcmat.org

Applications need to be completed by 8:00am on Monday 19^th May 2025. Interviews will be held on Thursday 22^nd May 2025. Successfully shortlisted candidates will be asked to send in a virtual tour of their current class and to teach on the interview day at St Leonard’s.

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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.

Nestled in the heart of Exeter, Ladysmith Junior School boasts glorious, expansive grounds that offer a perfect backdrop for learning, exploration, and hands on learning. Our school is a thriving, inclusive community where children are encouraged to be enthusiastic, curious learners every single day. 

We are currently seeking new team members who are ready to bring energy, commitment, and creativity to our school. Whether you are an experienced educator or early in your teaching journey, we are looking for individuals who are eager to make a real difference—people who value strong relationships, inspire children through high-quality teaching, and contribute positively to our collaborative culture.

We have a variety of exciting opportunities available. Please indicate your preferred working pattern in your application, as we have both full time and part time positions available. In return, we offer a supportive and forward-thinking environment where professional development is actively encouraged and wellbeing is prioritised. We have a highly committed, welcoming team of staff who are passionate about providing the best possible education and care for our pupils.

If you believe in nurturing potential, value continuous improvement, and want to be part of a school that genuinely puts children at the heart of everything it does, we’d love to hear from you.

Come and be a part of something special at Ladysmith Junior School.

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 349140 or via email to people@stcmat.org.

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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.

Do you want to work in an ambitious school with a supportive team, willing and enthusiastic children in an idyllic location?  This is an exciting opportunity to join our well-regarded village school as we are looking to appoint a talented, enthusiastic, and committed class teacher to teach our Year 5/6 Class, who holds the belief that every child has the potential to succeed. 

The school currently has circa 90 happy and motivated children and benefits from wonderfully spacious school grounds.  It is also situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty meaning the locality can really enrich the curriculum.  Many pupils travel to our school for its nurturing reputation within the community.  Our vision is ‘Be The Best We Can Be’ and we expect our children, staff and parents to adhere to this.  Our core values of love, courage, joy and kindness underpin all that we do. The school is part of the St Christopher’s Multi-Academy Trust - a family of 19 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of opportunity and collaboration. 

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner
• Is used to working in positive and proactive ways and collaborating with others to drive high expectations supporting the overall school improvement
• Is creative and passionate about working with children
• Will work effectively as part of a close team of staff
• Will be happy to support the Christian ethos through our school values

We can offer:

• A class of willing and enthusiastic children
• A welcoming staff team who are hardworking and committed to achieving the best outcomes
• High quality continual professional development
• A supportive PTFA who work hard to provide a wide range of enhancements for the children
• The opportunity to be part of a community-focused, multi-academy trust

To appreciate all that we have to offer, we welcome potential candidates who would like to arrange a school tour or a conversation with the headteacher.  To arrange this please contact the School Office on 01297 20077.

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

If you have any issues applying for this role, please contact The People Team via people@stcmat.org

Applications need to be completed by 9am on Thursday 15^th May 2025. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 20^th May 2025.

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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 class teacher, who will go above and beyond for our children and have the relentless drive to ensure every child makes great progress? Looking for a fresh challenge? Want to be part of Team ASB and join a school that has a strong culture of togetherness? Want to be part of our ambitious Torbay Hub of schools? 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 a teacher to cover maternity in UKS2 from September 2025 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 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. All leaders ensure that staff wellbeing is at the forefront of everything we do! 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 teachers to hold subject leader responsibilities (depending on their career stage), with the subjects open for discussion at interview.

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

Your completed application form should be submitted by Thursday 22^nd May 2025 5PM  Interviews will be held on 6^th June 2025.

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Job Description

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 are looking to appoint a Mealtime Assistant to assist the Headteacher as part of a team, in securing the safety and welfare of pupils during the midday break.

This will involve supervision of pupils in the dining hall and in the playground and other school premises and associated ancillary duties.

We are looking for someone who can join our incredibly dedicated team; someone who is inclusive, enthusiastic, caring, adaptable and flexible and a strong team player.

The applicants need to have patience, resilience and care.

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

We will offer you: -

• Happy, enthusiastic and polite children
• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school ethos
• A hard-working, positive team who are dedicated to improving the lives of children
• A commitment to high quality continued professional development

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Your completed application form should be submitted by 9am Wednesday 21st May 2025

Interviews will take place on Friday 23rd May 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.