Current Vacancies

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 Leonard's C of E Primary School is excited to announce that we are seeking to appoint a full-time SENDCo to join our Leadership Team. This post is full-time and non-teaching in a busy thriving school community where we strive to enable all children to make good progress and encounter memorable learning experiences.

If you have a genuine passion for supporting children with SEND, co-ordinating best practice provision, liaising sensitively with parents, communicating effectively with other professionals, and advising teachers on best practices – then 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 happy to accommodate a tour of the school – please email leo.admin@stcmat.org if you wish to arrange this.

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

Applications need to be completed by 12pm on Thursday 19^th June. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 1^st July.

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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 seeking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic, and inspiring teacher to be part of our teaching team who can also 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 new setting.

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:

• An innovative approach to delivery of the KS1 curriculum
• A strong sense of community
• A strong track record CPD that enables you to continue your growth and development as a teacher and leader.
• 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 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.

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

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

Applications need to be completed by 9:00am on Monday 16^th June 2025. Interviews will be held on Monday 23^rd June 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.

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

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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 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 Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy. We require a teacher within our KS2 Team.

We are seeking a new Teacher for our school where high-quality learning for all is at the heart of what we do. We are looking for someone who has high expectations, creative flare and zest to bring learning to life for our pupils.

St Matthew’s is a truly wonderful place to work, we are modern, spacious and well equipped, with children that are an absolute delight and an incredibly supportive community. Our staff team is one that is genuinely committed to leaving no stone unturned in order to fulfil our vision that: ‘Each and every child is able to let their light shine’.  You will be joining a highly effective team with a strong and very supportive team of leaders across the school. The school is part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration.

In joining St Matthew’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 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.

Tours of the school are available on Tuesday 10th June at 4.30pm, Monday 16th June 5pm, and Thursday 19th June 5pm 

To book onto one of these tours please contact the school on 01752 395969 or SMPA.office@stcmat.org

Early Career Teachers are welcome to apply – we look forward to your application.

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

Applications need to be submitted by 9:00am on Wednesday 25th June

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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 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 Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy. We require a teacher to cover one of our Year 1 Classes for the autumn Term.

We are seeking a new Teacher for our school where high-quality learning for all is at the heart of what we do. We are looking for someone who has high expectations, creative flare and zest to bring learning to life for our pupils.

St Matthew’s is a truly wonderful place to work, we are modern, spacious and well equipped, with children that are an absolute delight and an incredibly supportive community. Our staff team is one that is genuinely committed to leaving no stone unturned in order to fulfil our vision that: ‘Each and every child is able to let their light shine’.  You will be joining a highly effective team with a strong and very supportive team of leaders across the school. The school is part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration.

In joining St Matthew’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 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.

Tours of the school are available on Tuesday 10th June at 4.30pm, Monday 16th June 5pm, and Thursday 19th June 5pm 

To book onto one of these tours please contact the school on 01752 395969 or SMPA.office@stcmat.org

Early Career Teachers are welcome to apply – we look forward to your application.

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

Applications need to be submitted by 9:00am on Wednesday 25th June

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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.

St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy is seeking to appoint a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to make a difference to the provision and development of our pupils. You will work across our school covering PPA and subject release time for teachers from EYFS to Year 6. As part of your role, you will deliver PE lessons as well as other lessons determined by the teacher.

St Matthew’s is a truly wonderful place to work. We are modern, spacious and well equipped, with children that are an absolute delight and an incredibly supportive community. You will be joining a highly effective school team which is genuinely committed to leaving no stone unturned in order to fulfil our vision that each and every child is able to ‘let their light shine’. The school is part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration.

Tours of the school are available on Tuesday 10th June at 4.30pm, Monday 16th June 5pm, and Thursday 19th June 5pm.

To book onto one of these tours please contact the school on 01752 395969 or SMPA.office@stcmat.org

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

Applications need to be completed by 9am on Wednesday 25^th June 2025. Provisional Interview date is Monday 7^th July 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.

St Michael’s is a large city school with a village school feel and a very big welcome. The school has 420 pupils and is located on a large plot with fabulous outdoor space for children to engage with learning outdoors, whilst having plenty of space to enjoy break and lunch times with friends. The school is proud to serve the community with links to the local church and charities. The staff at St Michael’s CofE Primary School are a positive, welcoming, and hard-working team, dedicated to the wellbeing of and outcome for their pupils. 

We offer:

• A welcoming, friendly school with a strong Christian ethos and set of values that underpin all that we do.
• Children who are articulate, happy and motivated to learn.
• The opportunity to work in a school with unique spacious grounds close to the city centre.
• A headteacher who puts children at the heart of all decision making.
• An exciting role within our growing organisation with opportunities for future career development within our own school and across our family of 21 schools within the St Christopher’s Trust.

The successful candidate will:

• Be effective at developing caring and positive relationships with pupils and have the presence to manage all classes in the school.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, assist in the planning cycle and help prepare of resources. Your own PPA time will be given to you.
• Be dedicated to providing meaningful and effective cover and to removing barriers to learning for pupils.
• Have high expectations of themselves and pupils with a positive, can do and proactive nature.
• Be happy to support the Church of England ethos of our school though our school values.

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

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

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

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, and work with children within Key Stage 2 at our school.  This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with class teachers, playing a vital role in supporting teaching and learning across the school.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with class teachers to support the delivery of engaging and inclusive lessons
• Provide targeted support through small group work and 1:1 interventions
• Assist in the preparation of classroom materials and learning resources
• Foster positive relationships with pupils to enhance their social and emotional development
• Monitor and record pupils’ progress and provide feedback to the teaching team
• Help create a stimulating and safe learning environment for all children

Successful candidates will:

• Have a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Have experience working with children across the primary setting, particularly those with SEND 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 that match the personal specification in their supporting statement.

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

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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 passionate about making a difference in children’s lives? Do you thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment where every individual is encouraged to shine? If so, we want you to join our team at St Matthew’s Primary and Nursery Academy, part of the thriving St Christopher’s Multi Academy Trust!

At St Matthew’s, we pride ourselves on fostering a nurturing, vibrant, and inclusive community where ‘letting your light shine’ is at the heart of everything we do. Our modern, spacious, and well-equipped school is home to over 450 enthusiastic learners and a team of dedicated, caring professionals who are committed to unlocking every child’s potential.

We are on the lookout for dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to:

• Provide vital classroom support and contribute to an engaging learning environment.
• Offer 1:1 assistance to pupils, empowering them to overcome challenges and achieve their best.
• Support teachers in delivering outstanding lessons and creating positive outcomes.
• Help maintain a happy and safe playground during break and lunch times.

We’re seeking someone who:

• Brings patience, calmness, and positivity to every situation.
• Is passionate about helping young people flourish and reach their full potential.
• Ideally has prior experience working with children and can communicate effectively with both children and adults.

Tours of the school are available on Tuesday 10th June at 4.30pm, Monday 16th June 5pm, and Thursday 19th June 5pm 

To book onto one of these tours please contact the school on 01752 395969 or SMPA.office@stcmat.org

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

Applications need to be completed by 9am on Wednesday 25th June 2025.

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Job Description

Person Specification

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

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

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

Our commitment to EDI

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

Are you a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Nurse who believes in creating a fun, engaging, and supportive environment where young children can thrive? Are you passionate about early childhood development and excited by the opportunity to help shape a new provision? If so, Plympton St Mary’s Church of England Infant School could be the perfect place for you.

We are looking for two dedicated and nurturing Nursery Nurses to join our Early Years team. With plans underway to open a brand-new nursery for three-and four-year-olds in September 2025, this is a fantastic time to become part of an ambitious and welcoming school community.  We are looking for nursery staff to work 27.5 hours per week covering either 7:30am – 1pm or 12:30pm – 6pm as a working pattern.  Please advise as part of your application form the hours that you are applying for.

In this role, you will:

• Support high-quality learning and care for children in our Reception and Nursery classes.
• Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment that encourages children to explore, play, and develop.
• Work closely with the class teacher and Early Years staff to plan and deliver engaging learning experiences.
• Support children’s individual developmental needs through a warm and responsive approach.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers, supporting the wider school community.

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.

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

Applications need to be completed by 9:00am on 16^th June. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 25^th June.    

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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.

St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy aim to provide pupils of all ages with a fun and safe place to start and end their day. As a result, we are recruiting for a highly motivated and dynamic Nursery Assistant to work alongside our Early Years leader in order to ensure that our nursery children get the very best start to education possible. At St. Matthew’s we are passionate about providing our preschool children with the best start in their early years education. Mini Matt’s is a purpose-built pre-school with a beautiful open plan space and generous outdoor learning areas. 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!

The role will include providing quality care, fun and education under the EYFS framework, providing the children a safe and stimulating environment and ensuring all health & safety requirements are adhered to. 

The successful applicant will be someone who is approachable, enthusiastic and patient who can effectively communicate with children and parents alike. You will have a calm and patient demeanour and be committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all of our children. You should have a minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar setting working with children 3 – 5 years and hold a recognised childcare qualification NNEB, NVQ3 or EYPS (or willing to work towards EYPS).

 Tours of the school are available on Tuesday 10th June at 4.30pm, Monday 16th June 5pm, and Thursday 19th June 5pm 

To book onto one of these tours please contact the school on 01752 395969 or SMPA.office@stcmat.org

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

Applications need to be completed by 9am on Wednesday 25^th June 2025. Provisional interview date is Tuesday 1^st July 2025.

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

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

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



Our commitment to EDI

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

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

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

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

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

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

To book a tour of the school please email leo.admin@stcmat.org

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

Applications need to be completed by 9am on Monday 23rd June 2025. Provisional Interview date is Wednesday 2^nd July 2025.

Apply Now

Job Description

Person Specification

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

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

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

Our commitment to EDI

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

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant to join our collaborative academy, which is dedicated to developing our great team, centred around humility and respect. The role will be supporting reception pupils with SEND under the guidance of the class teacher.  Experience of working in Early Years and supporting children with Communication Interaction difficulties would be an advantage.

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 172 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.

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

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

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Job Description 

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.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant to join our collaborative academy, which is dedicated to developing our great team, centred around humility and respect. The 1:1 role will be working with a child with complex needs under the guidance of a Class Teacher.  Understanding of SEMH would definitely be an advantage.

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 172 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.

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

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

Apply Here 

Person Specification

Job Description

If you have queries relating to this vacancy, 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.

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 £22,867 (£25,989 FTE) 

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

Are you an experienced administrator, passionate about customer service and ensuring you deliver the best for your community? Are you ready to take a key role in school administration, supporting a busy Primary Academy in Plymouth.

You will need to have experience of administration and a customer service mindset, keeping a positive focus when problem solving. You will be an excellent communicator whilst supporting in a wide variety of tasks, including being an expert in our school systems. You will be an integral part of our pupil services teams to give quality administrative support to leaders and teachers in the schools and provide a wonderful welcome to any visitors, providing friendly and efficient support to the staff, pupils, and parent/guardians, being at the heart of operational activity for our schools.

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.

In joining St Edward’s, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. The school is part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration. 

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Job Description

Person Specification

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

Applications need to be completed by 5pm on Monday 7^th July 25.   Interviews will be held on Tuesday 15^th July 25.

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.