Current Vacancies

St Matthew’s C of E Primary & Nursery Academy is seeking to appoint an EYFS 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 three classes, one of which you will teach. Our school is two form entry but we are accepting up to 90 pupils for the 25-26 academic year due to high demand. You will also work closely with our Nursery Lead to ensure an enriching EYFS experience for all of our pupils. 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!  

With support from our Assistant Headteacher for EYFS & KS1, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the reception year group as well as having a role to play in shaping the strategic direction of Early Years in 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 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 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.

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. We currently have tours booked for Thursday 20^th March at 4:30pm, Tuesday 1st April at 4.30pm and Wednesday 23rd April at 5pm. To book onto these tours please contact the office on smpa.office@stcmat.org or telephone 01752 395969.

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 28^th April 2025. Interviews will be held on 6^th May 2025 with visits to successful candidates in their own settings taking place from 29^th April until 2^nd May.

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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.

St Matthew’s C of E Primary & Nursery Academy is seeking to appoint a KS1 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 four 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 1 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 1 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. We currently have tours booked for Thursday 20^th March at 4:30pm, Tuesday 1st April at 4.30pm and Wednesday 23rd April at 5pm. To book onto these tours please contact the office on smpa.office@stcmat.org or telephone 01752 395969.

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 28^th April 2025. Interviews will be held on 6^th May 2025 with visits to successful candidates in their own settings taking place from 29^th April until 2^nd May.

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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 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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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 28^th April Interviews will be held on Tuesday 6^th 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

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 Early Years Leader who believes in creating an enabling learning environment which stimulates our children to be inquisitive and expressive in their play? Are you 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 Plympton St Marys Church of England Infant School.

We are seeking a new staff member to lead our EYFS team where high-quality provision for all is at the heart of what we do.  Plans are already underway to grow our Early Years’ provision and to open a nursery, for children aged three and four, from September 2025. We are looking for someone who has high expectations, creative flare and zest to bring learning to life for our Reception and Nursery pupils. Using your strong pedagogy and philosophy for Early Years, you will skilfully and carefully match learning to children’s developmental needs. Developing a close working partnership with parents and Early Years’ staff will be central to your practice.  Alongside leading the team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day teaching within a Reception/Nursery class. 

Our school is situated in Plympton, Plymouth and we share a leadership team across our two sites of Plympton St Mary’s and Old Priory Junior School. We are popular schools because of our 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 schools: 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 schools are 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.

In joining Plympton St Mary’s, 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.

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

We welcome applications from experienced colleagues.

We encourage prospective candidates to view the school, to arrange a tour of the school please call 01752 337912.

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 28^th April 2025. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 6^th May 2025 with visits to successful candidates in their own settings taking place between Tuesday 29^th April and Friday 2^nd May. 

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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 aspiring to join a passionate and dynamic Senior Leadership Team?

Following the promotion of the current post holder, St Leonard's C of E Primary School is seeking to appoint a 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 have some flexibility within our current Year Leader team and so are interested to see where the successful candidate feels their strengths lie. We are interested to know what year groups you feel passionate about as, due to our distributed leadership model, you will be given the support and opportunity to drive school improvement. 

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
• Be happy to support the Church of England ethos of our school though our school values

We are offering a tour of the school with the headteacher on Monday 21^st April (Easter Monday) at 3pm.

You do not need to book a slot, please arrive at the front entrance (on St Leonard’s Road) to meet Mrs Slaven. If you are unable to attend, but would like a phone call at an alternative time, please request this by emailing leo.admin@stcmat.org

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 Thursday 24^th April 2025. Interviews will be held on 2^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.

Are you an aspiring leader? Are you ready to take that next step in your career? Ladysmith Junior School is seeking to appoint a year leader to our reshaped leadership team.

As a class based year lead you will be responsible for the day to day leadership of a three class year group as well as leading a core subject or area across the school. This is an exciting opportunity to take the next steps in year leadership journey through leading a team and impacting on whole school development. This post is Main Scale or UPS and there is the opportunity to progress through the pay scale for successful candidates.

As part of St Christopher’s Trust, which is a mix of community and Church schools, we can offer a range of professional development opportunities, including access to our aspiring leadership programme, bespoke leadership coaching and access to NPQs.  We are looking for leaders that relish a challenge, stand out from the crowd and really want to make a difference. As a large multi academy trust we will be able to support you in achieving your long term career goals and aspirations.

We offer:

• Children who are happy and motivated to learn and a supportive and welcoming staff team
• The opportunity to work in a modern purpose built school with extensive grounds, computer suite, music studio and DT cookery room.
• An exciting role within our growing organisation with opportunities for future career development within our own school and across our family of 21 schools.

The successful candidate will:

• Be an excellent class teacher able to model effective practice to others.
• Be dedicated to raising standards and removing barriers to learning for pupils with the ability to challenge each pupil from whatever their starting point.

• 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, within and beyond the classroom making the most of our school grounds and local learning resources.

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.

Visits to the school are encouraged; please contact Emma Harris on 01392 349141 or via email to people@stcmat.org if you wish to make arrangements for a visit.

Applications should be submitted by Monday 28^th April 9am

Interviews will be held on the 2^nd May – shortlisted candidates are likely to be visited in their own setting.

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Person Specification

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.

 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

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Class Teacher to join our friendly and highly committed staff team. Having received an Ofsted outcome of good in all areas last academic year, 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. Experience in more than one Key Stage 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. 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.

Are you a passionate and experienced Class 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 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 a Class Teacher at St Sidwell’s, a wonderful and inclusive school in the heart of Exeter. Our Christian Ethos helps to create a warm, calm atmosphere, whilst priding ourselves on our high achievements. 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. The Trust will build a package of exceptional continuous professional development around the appointed teacher.

We are looking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic, and inspiring teacher to be part of our teaching team who can help us achieve our mission to ‘Thinking creatively; learning together; Trusting in God’. We are looking for someone who can develop strong, positive relationships that inspire children to be the best they can be academically, personally, socially and spiritually. The school wishes to recruit a member of staff who can be flexible and join a team of hard working and dedicated teachers.

You will work as part of a team, under the direction of the Headteacher and Deputy Head, to ensure all children are receiving the best possible education to reach their full potential.

We are interested to know, through your personal statement, any subject interests or age phase expertise. 

This is an exciting role that will help shape the future development of the school. In joining St Sidwell’s 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 and list any additional subject strengths.

A school visit is strongly recommended and will be held on Wednesday 23^rd April 2025 at 4.00pm – please call the school on 01392 255 551 or contact the people team to book your place people@stcmat.org

Your completed application form should be submitted by 1^st May 2025 9.00am.  Interviews will be held on 20^th May 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 and experienced Class 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 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 a Class Teacher at St Sidwell’s, a wonderful and inclusive school in the heart of Exeter. Our Christian Ethos helps to create a warm, calm atmosphere, whilst priding ourselves on our high achievements. 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. The Trust will build a package of exceptional continuous professional development around the appointed teacher.

We are looking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic, and inspiring teacher to be part of our teaching team who can help us achieve our mission to ‘Thinking creatively; learning together; Trusting in God’. We are looking for someone who can develop strong, positive relationships that inspire children to be the best they can be academically, personally, socially and spiritually. The school wishes to recruit a member of staff who can be flexible and join a team of hard working and dedicated teachers.

You will work as part of a team, under the direction of the Headteacher and Deputy Head, to ensure all children are receiving the best possible education to reach their full potential.

We are interested to know, through your personal statement, any subject interests or age phase expertise. Applications from newly qualified and early careers teachers are welcomed.

This is an exciting role that will help shape the future development of the school. In joining St Sidwell’s 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 and list any additional subject strengths.

A school visit is strongly recommended and will be held on Wednesday 23^rd April 2025 at 4.00pm – please call the school on 01392 255 551 or contact the people team to book your place people@stcmat.org

Your completed application form should be submitted by 1^st May 2025 9.00am.  Interviews will be held on 20^th May 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? 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 Old Priory Junior Academy. 

Old Priory Junior Academy is a well-regarded school situated in Plympton, Plymouth. We are a popular school because of our 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 school 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.

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 skilful 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 Old Priory Junior Academy, 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.

If you would like a tour of the school please call the school office on 01752 338199. 

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

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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 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 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.

St Leonard's C of E Primary School is seeking to appoint a one-year fixed term teacher to start in September 2025. We have flexibility within our current teaching team and so are interested to see where the successful candidate feels their strengths lie. This post is ideal for an ECT.

If you are dedicated to developing stimulating learning experiences for young minds and delivering an engaging curriculum, we want to hear from you! St Leonard’s can promise you 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 the future innovation and development of our school going forward.

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 proven track record of developing ECTs into excellent middle leaders
• A headteacher who puts children at the heart of all decision making
• 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 the ability to enable pupils to reach their full social and academic potential, underpinned by a strong personal philosophy
• Be dedicated to raising standards and removing barriers to learning for pupils with the ability to challenge each pupil from whatever their starting point
• Strong subject and pedagogical knowledge
• 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.

We are offering a tour of the school on Tuesday 22^nd April at 4:30pm – please email leo.admin@stcmat.org if you wish to attend.

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 Thursday 24^th April 2025. Interviews will be held on 30^th April 2025. Successfully shortlisted candidates will be asked to teach on the interview day at St Leonard’s.

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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 a dedicated educator passionate about fostering a nurturing and stimulating learning environment? Seeking a new opportunity within a supportive and ambitious school community? If so, consider joining Plympton St Mary Church of England Infant School.​

Located in Plympton, Plymouth, our school caters to children aged 4 to 7, emphasizing a broad and balanced curriculum designed to inspire and motivate students, with plans to expand to include a nursery from September 2025.  As part of the St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust, comprising 21 Church and Community Schools across three local authorities, we benefit from a rich network of collaboration. ​

We are seeking an innovative and enthusiastic teacher who can bring learning to life for our pupils. The ideal candidate will have a strong pedagogical foundation and the ability to challenge each student appropriately, regardless of their starting point. Collaboration and a proactive approach are essential, as we strive for high expectations and continuous school improvement.​

At Plympton St Mary, you'll be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team within a supportive community. We prioritize professional development and offer opportunities to enhance your teaching and leadership skills, regardless of your career stage.

If you would like a tour of the school, please call the school office on 01752 337912. 

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 24th April. Interviews will be held on Friday 2nd May 2025.

Apply NowJob 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 and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in children's lives? Old Priory Junior Academy is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic individual to join our team, working within our nurture provision to support the educational and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs of children.

About Us

At Old Priory Junior Academy, our ethos is shaped by our guiding principle:

“Let all that you do be done in love” (1 Corinthians 16:14).

Our core values—Love, Ambition, Collaboration, Honesty, Individuality, Resilience, and Respect—are at the heart of everything we do. We provide an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The Role

The successful candidate will work within our nurture provision, supporting pupils with SEMH needs. This role requires someone who can create a safe and nurturing environment while delivering tailored support to help children develop academically and emotionally.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting in the management of pupils and the classroom to support learning and personal growth.
• Implementing interventions to support children with SEMH needs.
• Promoting an inclusive and purposeful learning environment in line with our school values.
• Collaborating with teachers, parents, and external professionals to contribute towards reviewing individual support plans.
• Helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Successful candidates will:

• Have a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Have experience working with children across the primary setting, particularly those with SEMH needs.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with pupils and adults alike.
• Be passionate about supporting children's learning and emotional well-being.
• Show resilience, empathy, and a commitment to inclusive education.

We Offer:

• A welcoming school with a strong ethos and values-driven culture.
• Children who are happy, motivated, and eager to learn.
• A supportive and experienced staff team dedicated to pupil success.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and career progression.
• A collaborative working environment where every member of the team is valued.

Applicants should outline their experience and expertise in their supporting statement.

To arrange a tour of the school or for more information, please contact the school office on 01752 338199.

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 30^th April 2025. Provisional interview date is currently Friday 9^th May 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.

We have a vacancy for a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team at Plympton St Mary C of E Infant School. 

You will have previous experience working with children in an Infant School/Key Stage 1 and be able to effectively communicate with adults and children alike. Working in partnership with the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom assisting pupils to learn and reach their full potential. 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 hardworking team.

Successful candidates will:

• Make the curriculum exciting and personalise it to the needs of different groups of children.
• Have high expectations of children;
• Be sensitive to the needs of different children;
• Be passionate about helping children to learn and providing them with a range of opportunities and suitable challenge;
• Have a strong desire to improve outcomes for all children;
• Help children overcome barriers to learning;
• Think in creative ways to make learning accessible for all;
• Show commitment, enthusiasm, empathy and resilience;
• Be flexible to work both as part of a team and with the wider community of professionals;
• Recent experience of teaching RWI is desirable.

We offer:

• A welcoming school with a strong ethos and values;
• Children who are happy and motivated to learn;
• An experienced, supportive and welcoming staff team who genuinely want the best for our pupils;
• A strong commitment to continuing improvement;
• A commitment to your professional development.

Applicants should outline the experience and expertise they would bring to this role in their supporting statement.

Please contact the school office on 01752 337912 to arrange a tour of the school.

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 Wednesday 30^th April 2025 Provisional interview date Friday 9^th May 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.

Caretaker

Base: Plymouth (based at St Matthew’s CofE Primary and Nursery School, Plymouth)

Permanent, 5 days a week, 42 weeks a year.

Pay scale: St Christopher’s SC3 6-9, starting salary £22,157 (£25,183 FTE) Pay award pending

St Christopher’s is looking for a Caretaker who can:

deliver excellent H&S, Caretaking and maintenance to multiple sites   

You will help manage the maintenance and caretaking needs of Schools in Plymouth and have the flexibility to assist other schools and caretakers in the West Devon area.

be hands on with maintenance issues

You will be the first point of contact for all maintenance issues and will need to have competency in DIY and maintenance.

work with a team

Reporting to an Estates Lead you will be part of a small, passionate Estates team who work to create great learning environments in our 21 primary and infant schools.

be responsible for keeping our schools safe and compliant

You will support a large Primary School in Plymouth.  But also, be flexible enough to support and divide your time to help other schools with your expertise.

take a lead and show initiative

You will be a solution focussed, values-driven individual who is able to communicate well with contractors and staff.  You will have a ‘hands on’ approach to maintenance tasks and understand the level of statutory compliance required.  

In return we offer you

• A competitive salary with good terms and conditions
• Annual Pay increments.
• local government pension scheme, with employer contribution of 22.9%
• Cycle to work scheme
• Tax free childcare
• Free on-site car parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health and Safety training.
• Estates and Compliance training to help you develop in your role
• Commitment to personal development and CPD

If you think you can help us to make our schools great places for learning, then we would love to hear from you. To discuss the role, please contact Steve.hanson@stcmat.org 

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

Job DescriptionPerson 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