Our belief that we are stronger together, that as the Trust works more closely as a family of schools we will share in each other’s successes and failures, and bear one another’s burdens in pursuit of our common aims.
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.
Information on our interview process and pre employment checks
If you are interested in working in one of our schools, please use the below links to apply for current vacancies:
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Location |
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Hours |
0.6 FTE, 19.5 hours per week |
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Grade |
MPS 1 - 6 |
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Contract Term |
Fixed Term until 31st August 2026 |
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Benefits |
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Closing Date |
9am on 21st January 2026 |
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Interview Date |
28th January 2026 |
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Start Date |
20th April 2026 |
Are you a passionate teacher who believes in creating a stimulating, enabling, learning environment? Looking for a fresh challenge? Want to be part of an ambitious school with a supportive team in a fantastic location? If this sounds like you, make the move to St Peters Church of England Junior School. We are seeking a new staff member within our upper KS2 team where high-quality provision for all is at the heart of what we do.
St Peters Junior is a well-regarded school situated in Tavistock. We are a popular school because of the high expectations and because our school values underpin all that we do. Our core value is love and we aim to show that in everything that we do in our school: in our lives as teachers; in our relationships with the children and their families; and in our determination to provide the best learning and pastoral experiences for all of our children. The Tavistock Church Schools Federation (St Peters Junior & St Rumons Infants) are part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 19 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration.
We are looking for a rigorous practitioner with a creative flare and zest to bring learning to life for all our pupils. You will be experienced and skillful in challenging each pupil, whatever their starting point, using your strong pedagogical practice and philosophy, which underpins your approach to teaching. You will be used to working in positive and proactive ways, as well as collaborating with others, to drive high expectations, supporting the overall school improvement.
In joining St Peters, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. You will have the opportunity to develop your teaching and leadership skills in an environment that has a strong focus on CPD whatever career stage you are at. As a Church of England school, you will be happy to support the Anglican ethos through our school values.
We welcome applications from NQT’s as well as more experiences colleagues.
If you are interested in applying for this role and would like a tour of the school tours are being held on Thursday 15th January at 3:30pm and Tuesday 20th January at 2:30pm. Please call the school to book onto these tours on 01822 614640.
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 with the Sam People Recruit system please call 01924 907319, for queries regarding the post please contact The People Team via 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.
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Location |
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Hours |
32.5 hours per week - Monday - Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm |
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Grade |
Grade SC3 NJC points 6 - 9 Actual Salary £19,723 (FTE £25,989) |
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Contract Term |
Permanent |
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Benefits |
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Closing Date |
9am on Tuesday 13th January 2026 |
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St. Matthew’s Primary School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and highly motivated Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years Foundation Stage team. This is a key role in our EYFS provision, working within our Reception team to support teaching, learning and play.
We would ideally like to appoint someone with experience of working in the EYFS who understands child development, early communication, and the importance of nurturing routines and positive relationships.
The role includes:
We are looking for someone who:
We can offer:
If you are passionate about Early Years, enjoy working outdoors, and are committed to giving young children the very best start, we would love to hear from you.
To arrange a tour of the school please contact the school on 01752 395969 or via email on SMPA.office@stcmat.org
Please ensure you refer to the criteria for the role on the person specification in your supporting statement.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
If you have any issues applying for this role please contact The People Team via 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.
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Location |
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Hours |
32.5 Hours per week, 39 weeks per year |
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Grade |
Grade SC3 NJC points 6-9 Actual starting Salary £19,723 (FTE £25,989) |
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Contract Term |
Permanent |
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Benefits |
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Closing Date |
9am on Tuesday 13th January 2026 |
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Interview Date |
TBC |
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Start Date |
ASAP |
We are seeking a compassionate, skilled and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our specialist provision for a small group of pupils with EHCPs.
The successful candidate will work alongside the Provision Lead, supporting pupils throughout the school day with their learning, communication, social interaction and play skills. You will help to create a calm, structured and nurturing environment where all pupils are supported to experience success and make progress.
We are looking for someone who:
We can offer:
This role is suited to someone who is passionate about inclusion and committed to improving outcomes for children with additional needs. You will be an important part of a provision that makes a significant difference to the children and families we serve.
To arrange a tour of the school please contact the school on 01752 395969 or via email on SMPA.office@stcmat.org
If you have any issues applying for this role please contact The People Team via people@stcmat.org
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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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School Base |
St Peter's CofE Primary School, Plymouth |
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Hours |
26.25 Hours per week. Monday to Friday |
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Grade |
STC Grade 2 SCP 3-5 Starting salary £15,199 (£24,796 FTE) |
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Contract Term |
Permanent Term Time only - 39 weeks per year |
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Benefits |
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Closing Date |
Monday 19th January |
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Interview Date |
Thursday 22nd January (Provisional) |
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Start Date |
As soon as possible |
St Peter’s C of E Primary School are recruiting for a highly motivated and dynamic Nursery Assistant (EYFS Teaching Assistant), to work alongside our Early Years leader to ensure that our nursery children get the very best start to education possible. At St. Peter’s we are passionate about providing our preschool children with the best start in their early year’s education. We are seeking to appoint someone with a secure understanding of child development, the importance of play and a commitment to providing children with high quality learning experiences. If you are passionate about early years education, we want to hear from you!
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.
In joining St Peters, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. You will have the opportunity to develop in an environment that has a strong focus on CPD, whatever career stage you are at. As a Church of England school, you will be happy to support the Anglican ethos through our school values.
Visits to the school are encouraged but not expected. Visits can be booked through the school on 01752 667724 or SPE.admin@stcmat.org
If you have any queries relating to this vacancy, please contact people@stcmat.org.
Person Specification - level 2
To apply, please use the link above. If you have any queries when applying for this vacancy, 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.
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Hours |
26.25 hours per week (Monday - Friday) |
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Grade |
Grade SC3 NJC points - 3-5 Actual Salary £15,199 (FTE £24,796) |
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Contract Term |
Fixed Term until 31/08/2026 |
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Benefits |
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Closing Date |
9am on Monday 19th January |
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Interview Date Start Date: |
Thursday 22nd January (Provisional) As soon as Possible |
St Peter’s C of E Primary School are recruiting for a highly motivated and dynamic Nursery Assistant (EYFS Teaching Assistant), to work alongside our Early Years leader to ensure that our nursery children get the very best start to education possible. At St. Peter’s we are passionate about providing our preschool children with the best start in their early year’s education. We are seeking to appoint someone with a secure understanding of child development, the importance of play and a commitment to providing children with high quality learning experiences. If you are passionate about early years education, we want to hear from you!
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.
In joining St Peters, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. You will have the opportunity to develop in an environment that has a strong focus on CPD, whatever career stage you are at. As a Church of England school, you will be happy to support the Anglican ethos through our school values.
Visits to the school are encouraged but not expected. Visits can be booked through the school on 01752 667724 or SPE.admin@stcmat.org
If you have any queries relating to this vacancy, please contact people@stcmat.org.
Apply herePerson Specification
To apply, please use the link above. If you have any queries when applying for this vacancy, 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.
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School |
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Hours |
7.5 hours per week, worked Monday – Friday, 11:30am - 1:00pm -38 weeks p/a |
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Salary |
SC Grade 1 SCP 2, Actual Salary £4,166 (FTE £24,413) |
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Contract Term |
Permanent |
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Benefits |
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Closing Date |
9AM on 14thJanuary 2026 |
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Interview Date |
To be confirmed |
We are looking to appoint a Mealtime Assistant to assist the Midday Supervisor/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.
All saints Babbacombe Primary School is led by a new Headteacher, Mr Pugsley. Children are encouraged and given opportunities to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. The staff at All saints Babbacombe CofE Primary 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, creative and spiritual citizens.
The Academy 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.
We will offer you: -
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.