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Headteacher - St Helen's CofE School (Learning Academy Partnership Trust)

To start September 2026 or January 2027 We have an exciting opportunity for a new Headteacher to lead St Helen’s C of E School, located just outside of Bideford, as it transfers into the Learning Academy Partnership from Alumnis Multi-Academy Trust. It is an exciting time for the school but also one of change for children, colleagues, parents and the community. This is a joint recruitment with Alumnis as the school will be transferring between Trusts in the summer term. We are offering a £5,000 relocation package for candidates relocating from outside Devon or Cornwall. St Helen’s is in a period of change, and we are seeking a Headteacher who can manage not only the change for the parents, children and colleagues but also ensure a strong curriculum offer delivering inclusive practice, effective pedagogical practice and outcomes in place, and that it unashamedly privileges the most underserved children. The Learning Academy Partnership is driven by mission and beliefs ensuring that every child has the right to live life to the full. We are committed to improving educational outcomes for underserved children across the South-West and breaking down barriers to social mobility. Our Headteachers achieve this through a rich, vibrant curriculum delivered by excellent teachers.You will be joining a strong, single organisation, culture of collective efficacy and one that is rooted in our Christian foundation. We are passionate about our role in social justice in our communities and tackling stubborn South West deprivation. As a Church School leader, you will uphold and develop the school’s Christian distinctiveness through its educational offer. We welcome applicants with or without prior experience of leading a Church school. We offer full induction and support as you embark on a journey as a church school leader. You will benefit from excellent systems and support from the Business Support team who manage all aspects of the operations, leaving you space to lead teaching and learning. You will also join a local hub as well as the wider partnership of schools where you will be part of hard-wired inter-dependence and collaboration with a shared responsibility to all children in the Trust. We do operate as islands; we care deeply about each other’s schools and communities.Our Headteachers and colleagues are rooted in their communities and work hard to serve their children, and successful candidates will be able to ensure this relationship with pupils and the community continue to flourish. St Helen’s is a wonderful school ready to take the next big step on its journey and the new Headteacher has a wonderful opportunity to work with pupils, parents, colleagues and the community to continue the St Helen’s journey as it transfers from Alumnis Multi-Academy Trust to the Learning Academy Partnership.We want to support you in deciding if we are the right trust for you. If you would like to arrange a visit to the school, we are offering visits with our Trust Lead / Deputy Trust Lead on Wednesday 11th February and Tuesday 3rd March 2026. Please contact our People Team on people@lapsw.org to book your visit.We apologise as due to the situation we can only offer group visits but by offering a 1:1 call we aim to answer individual questions to help you learn more about whether this is the right Trust and school for you.The Learning Academy Partnership and Alumnis Multi-Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS disclosures are required for this post along with the other necessary checks. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 - GOV.UK.For more information and an application pack, please visit our website, Learning Academy Partnership - Home.Please apply by 12pm on the closing date

English/Literacy Teacher - Running Deer School

To start Summer Term 2026Pay: £33,000 pa (actual) including holiday pay. This includes paid 30-minute break.This role is 35 hours per week including PPA time, term time only. We do not expect our staff to work outside of their contracted TTO weekly hours.Our English/Literacy Teacher will be responsible for delivering a bespoke individualised academic English timetable for our students covering KS2-KS4 including ASDAN, Open and Gateway awards and project-based learning as well as for formal GCSEs and functional skills awards. You will be working with our students in small groups and occasionally 1:1 to enable our students to reach their full potential, whilst supporting their special needs.Your duties will include:developing programmes of learning activities.planning, preparing and researching lessons.preparing and adapting teaching materials.making use of special facilities and/or equipment.teaching students on an individual, class or small group basis.checking and assessing students' work and giving feedback.encouraging personal development.attending meetings and reviews.working with our SENCo and deputy SENCo to liaise with parents/carers, external agencies and a range of other professionals, such as speech and language therapists, and educational psychologists.writing reports.coordinating the academic work for our case workers.ensure that our tracking systems are kept up date so that we can monitor the progress of students. Role Requirements:Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or QTLS).Experience of working with KS2-KS4 across the curriculum, with an English specialism.Must enjoy the outdoors.An understanding and empathy for children with SEN.Bags of patience.An Enhanced DBS check and references will be undertaken for this role.Desirable: current First Aid at Work Certificate.Desirable: experience of delivering ASDAN awards. A qualified teacher, you will have experience of working across all the Key Stages, in particular KS2- KS4, in a variety of subjects, but in particular English. You will have wide-ranging experience of working with children with SEN, including ASC and attachment and trauma.You will be passionate about helping young people achieve the very best that they can, be thick skinned and have a good sense of humour. You will enjoy being outdoors and woodland environment, and in our classroom that is based on site.You will need to be organised, clear-sighted and able to work with students, and carers. Approachable and committed, you’ll set high expectations.You will need to be able to deal with extreme weathers, mud and rain, be comfortable working in a woodland setting. Ideally you will love dogs (and horses) who work within our team providing animal assisted interventions.You will work closely with our Head of School and Senior Leadership team to ensure that EHCP’s, assessments and progress reviews are up to date and accurate. Above all, you’ll love seeing those in your care achieve their true potential.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires a DBS disclosure. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online searchDue to the unique nature of our school, we warmly welcome visits from potential applicants prior to the closing date. To arrange a visit please in the first instance email recruitment@runningdeer.org.uk. To apply for this job please email recruitment@runningdeer.org.uk for an application pack.Please apply by 12 noon on the closing date.

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Teacher of Mathematics - West Exe School (Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust)

Exeter, Devon
Full Time
MPS/UPS

Required to start 1st September 2026. Maths at West Exe is at the heart of our school’s mission: to educate children so they live great lives and make the world a better place. If you are a highly motivated and dedicated individual, then joining our high performing Maths department, could be the perfect next step for you. Whether you are an ECT or an experienced practitioner, if you are passionate about teaching Maths, and committed to helping your pupils achieve their full potential, West Exe wants to hear from you. West Exe School is a highly successful secondary school in the beautiful city of Exeter and without doubt, the greatest place to work in the Southwest. We have a boldly academic curriculum, disruption free classrooms and an unrivalled staff development programme. If you are able to meet the requirements of this role, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about the role please contact: recruitment@westexe.devon.sch.uk The Ted Wragg Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check. We are part of the Ted Wragg Trust, an ambitious and inclusive trust of schools strengthening our communities through excellent education. Full details and an application form can be found here: https://ce0218li.webitrent.com/ce0218li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=002975IVaQ&VACANCY_ID=878781sUpk Please note: This job advert may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if you are interested.

Mealtime Assistant - Stockland C of E Primary Academy (Academies for Character and Excellence)

East Devon, Devon
Part Time
£3,316 actual salary

Fixed Term until 31 August 2026 Start Date: As soon as possible The Academies for Character and Excellence has twenty primary schools across Devon & Somerset making up a dynamic and innovative learning organisation. We live our mission and return to this constantly to help guide every action. At the heart of all we do is the pursuit of excellence; we want to grow an exceptional trust, comprised of excellent schools. We are achieving this through our shared core values of collaboration, community, equity, and, of course, uncompromising excellence. We are looking for exceptional candidates who: Will be responsible for a safe and calm dining experience. Will be able to build a rapport with children. Will be able to support children during their lunchtime provision both in the dining room and on the playground. Will be able to liaise both written and verbally with other school staff. Will be physically able to lift and move tables and chairs as part of the setup and clear-down for lunchtime. We welcome applications from highly motivated individuals who will work effectively as part of our excellent team and contribute to wider school life, building positive relationships with all members of our community. We are looking for applicants who are dedicated to making a difference to children’s lives and to ensure every child has the opportunities they deserve 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 clearance is required for this post. For further information please email Andrea Johnson on andrea.johnson@acexcellence.co.uk or to arrange a school visit, please contact the school office directly on 01404 881456. An application form is available to download either from our website http://www.acexcellence.co.uk/ace-trust-vacancies or by emailing Andrea Johnson. Applications must be completed and emailed to recruitment@acexcellence.co.uk Closing date for applications is 9am on 23rd February 2026.

Site Supervisor - Bidwell Brook School

South Hams, Devon
Full Time
£26,824 per annum

We currently have a permanent vacancy for a Site Senior to support our Premises Team in the day to day maintenance of our school sites, commencing asap. The working hours are Monday to Friday, 8.00 am to 4.00 pm, totalling 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum, with a starting annual salary of £26,824. You must have a good understanding of health & safety and maintenance, as you will be responsible for carrying out premises and grounds maintenance. Duties will include simple repairs, helping with installations, general building maintenance (interior and exterior), grass cutting, compliance checks and security of the premises. You will order and issue maintenance and cleaning materials, and assist with the maintenance of the hydrotherapy pool, namely ensuring the water quality meets H&S guidelines, manage chemical levels, clean the pool areas, changing areas and toilets and deal with incidents of water contamination. Part of your role will be to maintain admin records and databases, so basic IT skills are essential. At the start and end of each school day, you will be required to manage the school transport arrangements. On occasions, you may be required to drive school vehicles during your working hours. We are seeking someone who is organised, able to manage their time and prioritise their workload, with good communication skills and diplomacy. You should enjoy practical work and be an experienced DIY-er with the ability to work on tasks such as painting, plumbing, basic building work and gardening. You must be confident using power tools. This role is very physical and you will be working both inside and also outside throughout the year, in all weathers. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting to start a career in premises management and there will be opportunities for specialist training and further development in the future. For further information about this role please contact Megan Camier, HR Officer on 01803 864120. The application form and job description can be downloaded from the attached below. Please email your completed application to recruitment@bidwellbrook.devon.sch.uk Closing date for applications is Monday 23rd February 2026 at 4pm.

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