Westcountry Schools Trust
About Westcountry Schools Trust
Welcome to Westcountry Schools Trust
Welcome to Westcountry Schools Trust Careers
Thank you for considering a career with Westcountry Schools Trust (WeST). This is an exciting time to join us. Our Trust brings together 31 schools across South Devon, Plymouth and Cornwall, with plans for further growth in the years ahead. Each school proudly retains its local identity, yet we are united by one mission:
Empowering ALL children to make a positive impact on society.
Our vision is simple but powerful:
Every child achieving in a great school.
Why Work With Us?
At WeST, we strive for academic excellence because we know that great outcomes create life chances and opportunities for young people. High expectations are at the heart of our work, and inclusivity remains central to everything we do.
We are moving towards a clustering model, enabling schools to retain their autonomy and distinctiveness while benefiting from the collective strength and support of a wider family. This interconnectedness is the backbone of how we work: quietly providing essential support so schools can focus on what matters most—enabling teachers to be excellent in the classroom.
Our Values
What binds us together is not uniformity, but a shared set of values:
Collaboration, Aspiration, Integrity, Compassion, and Respect—showing due consideration for the thoughts, feelings and beliefs of others.
What We Offer
- A strong central school improvement team to support colleagues at the chalk face.
- Shared services that lift the heavy load of background activity, allowing schools to focus on teaching and learning.
- Opportunities for collaboration across teaching, curriculum design, staff development, finance, HR, estates, governance, and wider school improvement.
- Partnerships beyond our boundaries with the South West Regions Group Director, Teaching School Hub Council, Higher Education Institutions, Local Authorities, and employers.
Join Our Community
As part of WeST, you will help shape the Trust’s future direction, work alongside expert colleagues, and join a cross-phase family committed to giving children the very best start in life. There can be no greater privilege than working with such wonderful pupils and dedicated staff, whose passion drives everything we do.
Explore our vacancies and take the next step in your career with Westcountry Schools Trust.
Nat Parnell
Chief Executive Officer
Westcountry Schools Trust Vacancies
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Chaddlewood Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
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Chaddlewood Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
HLTA required to join our team at Chaddlewood Primary School
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £18,174.00 - £19,732.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade E Point 15-20
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
Buckfastleigh Primary School, Buckfastleigh, Devon
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Buckfastleigh Primary School, Buckfastleigh, Devon
Teaching Assistant, 21 hours per week (4 days)
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £13.26 - £13.69 Hourly
Devon NJC C 5 - 7
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
Chaddlewood Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
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Chaddlewood Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
Enthusiastic Teaching Assistant required to join our friendly team.
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £14,998.00 - £15,982.00 Annually (Actual)
Salary dependent on experience and service Scale C Point 5-7
Teacher of English
Teacher of English
Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
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Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
To support, develop and maintain high standards of teaching and learning, as well as the wellbeing of students in English across the School.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- MPS/UPS
Class Teacher
Class Teacher
Ermington Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
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Ermington Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
Ermington Class Teacher
- Fixed Term | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual)
M1-M6
Cleaner
Cleaner
Eggbuckland Community College, Plymouth, Devon
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Eggbuckland Community College, Plymouth, Devon
We are seeking to appoint a reliable Cleaner to join our cleaning team and help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors. The role involves carrying out schedu...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £7,542.00 Annually (Actual)
Caretaker
Caretaker
Eggbuckland Community College, Plymouth, Devon
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Eggbuckland Community College, Plymouth, Devon
We are looking for a key member of staff to join our Premises Team, in a pivotal role at Eggbuckland Community College. We are looking for a well-rounded, hands-on experienced Caretaker or someone wit...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £25,583.00 - £26,403.00 Annually (Actual)
Cleaner
Cleaner
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
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Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
Cleaners required
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £13.05 Hourly
Plymouth Pay Scale Grade B
Senior Finance Officer
Senior Finance Officer
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
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Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
Senior Finance Officer required
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,024.00 - £32,597.00 Annually (Actual)
NJC Grade E, point 15-20
HLTA
HLTA
Austin Farm Academy, Plymouth, Devon
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Austin Farm Academy, Plymouth, Devon
Austin Farm Academy are seeking an experienced HLTA 26.25 hours per week (8.45 - 3.15) 38.4 weeks per year (Term Time and 2xINSET days) From September 2026
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,024.00 - £32,597.00 Annually (FTE)
Grade E
Teacher of Sociology (0.44 FTE)
Teacher of Sociology (0.44 FTE)
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
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Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
Teacher of Sociology required from September-December 2026.
- Maternity Cover | Part-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
MPS/UPS
Teacher of English (maternity cover)
Teacher of English (maternity cover)
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
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Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
Teacher of English required.
- Temporary | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
MPS/UPS
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
South Dartmoor Community College, Ashburton, Devon
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South Dartmoor Community College, Ashburton, Devon
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Trust at South Dartmoor Community College recently inspected as 'Good in all Areas' . We are seeking to appoint a teaching assistant who shares our passion,...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £17,231.00 - £17,607.00 Annually (Actual)
Devon NJC Grade B, Scale Point 4 (£25,185 pro-rata)
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
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Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
Teaching Assistant required to cover maternity leave
- Temporary | Part-Time
- £18,067.00 - £18,646.00 Annually (Actual)
NJC Grade C, point 5-7
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Glen Park Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
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Glen Park Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, hard working and flexible HLTA who will have a positive impact on the learning and well-being of our pupils as part of our very successful team at Glen Park ...
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £30,024.00 - £32,597.00 Annually (FTE)
Pastoral Support Manager (Maternity Cover)
Pastoral Support Manager (Maternity Cover)
Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
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Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
Our team of pastoral support managers will support the Heads of Year and wider pastoral team by working in a responsive and proactive manner to provide high quality student care that supports learning...
- Maternity Cover | Part-Time
- £26,824.00 - £29,540.00 Annually (FTE)
NJC Grade D, SCP 8-14 (£26,824 - £29,540 FTE) Actual salary £20,180 per annum
Site Manager/Caretaker - 2 year Secondment Cover
Site Manager/Caretaker - 2 year Secondment Cover
Woodlands Park Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
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Woodlands Park Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
Woodlands Park Primary School are looking for a committed, driven site manager who takes pride in the upkeep and maintenance of our lovely school.
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £26,824.00 - £28,598.00 Annually (FTE)
Grade D SCP 8-12
Behaviour Support Coordinator
Behaviour Support Coordinator
Plymstock School, Plymouth, Devon
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Plymstock School, Plymouth, Devon
We are seeking an exceptional individual to the post of Behaviour Support Coordinator based at Plymstock School. Under the direction of their Line Manager, the post holder is responsible for the effe...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £22,974.50 - £25,300.73 Annually (Actual)
Plymouth NJC Grade D, SCP 8-14 FTE £26,824 to £29,540
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
Morley Meadow Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
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Morley Meadow Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
Teaching Assistant 30 Hours a Week
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £25,583.00 - £26,403.00 Annually (FTE)
Mealtime Assistant
Mealtime Assistant
Sherford Vale School & Nursery, Sherford, Devon
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Sherford Vale School & Nursery, Sherford, Devon
Sherford Vale School and Nursery Mealtime Assistant 5 hours per week 12-1pm Mon-Fri
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £2,801.00 Annually (Actual)
Cover Supervisor
Cover Supervisor
Callington Community College, Callington, Cornwall
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Callington Community College, Callington, Cornwall
Are you considering a teaching career but want experience in a school first? If so, this position is for you. Callington Community College is seeking to appoint a highly organised, enthusiastic and i...
- Maternity Cover | Part-Time
- £24,413.00 - £28,143.00 Annually (FTE)
Pro rata salary of £20,371 - £23,483 per annum (37 hour per week, term time only)
Caretaker
Caretaker
Ashburton Primary School, Newton Abbot, Devon
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Ashburton Primary School, Newton Abbot, Devon
School Caretaker, 16.25 hours per week, 2.45pm to 6pm Monday to Friday, 52 weeks per year
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £12,076.00 - £12,874.00 Annually (Actual)
NJC D
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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Chaddlewood Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
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Chaddlewood Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
HLTA required to join our team at Chaddlewood Primary School
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £18,174.00 - £19,732.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade E Point 15-20
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
Buckfastleigh Primary School, Buckfastleigh, Devon
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Buckfastleigh Primary School, Buckfastleigh, Devon
Teaching Assistant, 21 hours per week (4 days)
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £13.26 - £13.69 Hourly
Devon NJC C 5 - 7
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
Chaddlewood Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
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Chaddlewood Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
Enthusiastic Teaching Assistant required to join our friendly team.
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £14,998.00 - £15,982.00 Annually (Actual)
Salary dependent on experience and service Scale C Point 5-7
Teacher of English
Teacher of English
Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
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Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
To support, develop and maintain high standards of teaching and learning, as well as the wellbeing of students in English across the School.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- MPS/UPS
Class Teacher
Class Teacher
Ermington Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
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Ermington Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
Ermington Class Teacher
- Fixed Term | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual)
M1-M6
Cleaner
Cleaner
Eggbuckland Community College, Plymouth, Devon
-
Eggbuckland Community College, Plymouth, Devon
We are seeking to appoint a reliable Cleaner to join our cleaning team and help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors. The role involves carrying out schedu...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £7,542.00 Annually (Actual)
Caretaker
Caretaker
Eggbuckland Community College, Plymouth, Devon
-
Eggbuckland Community College, Plymouth, Devon
We are looking for a key member of staff to join our Premises Team, in a pivotal role at Eggbuckland Community College. We are looking for a well-rounded, hands-on experienced Caretaker or someone wit...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £25,583.00 - £26,403.00 Annually (Actual)
Cleaner
Cleaner
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
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Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
Cleaners required
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £13.05 Hourly
Plymouth Pay Scale Grade B
Senior Finance Officer
Senior Finance Officer
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
-
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
Senior Finance Officer required
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,024.00 - £32,597.00 Annually (Actual)
NJC Grade E, point 15-20
HLTA
HLTA
Austin Farm Academy, Plymouth, Devon
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Austin Farm Academy, Plymouth, Devon
Austin Farm Academy are seeking an experienced HLTA 26.25 hours per week (8.45 - 3.15) 38.4 weeks per year (Term Time and 2xINSET days) From September 2026
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,024.00 - £32,597.00 Annually (FTE)
Grade E
Teacher of Sociology (0.44 FTE)
Teacher of Sociology (0.44 FTE)
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
-
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
Teacher of Sociology required from September-December 2026.
- Maternity Cover | Part-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
MPS/UPS
Teacher of English (maternity cover)
Teacher of English (maternity cover)
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
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Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
Teacher of English required.
- Temporary | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
MPS/UPS
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
South Dartmoor Community College, Ashburton, Devon
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South Dartmoor Community College, Ashburton, Devon
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Trust at South Dartmoor Community College recently inspected as 'Good in all Areas' . We are seeking to appoint a teaching assistant who shares our passion,...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £17,231.00 - £17,607.00 Annually (Actual)
Devon NJC Grade B, Scale Point 4 (£25,185 pro-rata)
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
-
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
Teaching Assistant required to cover maternity leave
- Temporary | Part-Time
- £18,067.00 - £18,646.00 Annually (Actual)
NJC Grade C, point 5-7
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Glen Park Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
-
Glen Park Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, hard working and flexible HLTA who will have a positive impact on the learning and well-being of our pupils as part of our very successful team at Glen Park ...
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £30,024.00 - £32,597.00 Annually (FTE)
Pastoral Support Manager (Maternity Cover)
Pastoral Support Manager (Maternity Cover)
Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
-
Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
Our team of pastoral support managers will support the Heads of Year and wider pastoral team by working in a responsive and proactive manner to provide high quality student care that supports learning...
- Maternity Cover | Part-Time
- £26,824.00 - £29,540.00 Annually (FTE)
NJC Grade D, SCP 8-14 (£26,824 - £29,540 FTE) Actual salary £20,180 per annum
Site Manager/Caretaker - 2 year Secondment Cover
Site Manager/Caretaker - 2 year Secondment Cover
Woodlands Park Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
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Woodlands Park Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
Woodlands Park Primary School are looking for a committed, driven site manager who takes pride in the upkeep and maintenance of our lovely school.
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £26,824.00 - £28,598.00 Annually (FTE)
Grade D SCP 8-12
Behaviour Support Coordinator
Behaviour Support Coordinator
Plymstock School, Plymouth, Devon
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Plymstock School, Plymouth, Devon
We are seeking an exceptional individual to the post of Behaviour Support Coordinator based at Plymstock School. Under the direction of their Line Manager, the post holder is responsible for the effe...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £22,974.50 - £25,300.73 Annually (Actual)
Plymouth NJC Grade D, SCP 8-14 FTE £26,824 to £29,540
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
Morley Meadow Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
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Morley Meadow Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
Teaching Assistant 30 Hours a Week
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £25,583.00 - £26,403.00 Annually (FTE)
Mealtime Assistant
Mealtime Assistant
Sherford Vale School & Nursery, Sherford, Devon
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Sherford Vale School & Nursery, Sherford, Devon
Sherford Vale School and Nursery Mealtime Assistant 5 hours per week 12-1pm Mon-Fri
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £2,801.00 Annually (Actual)
Cover Supervisor
Cover Supervisor
Callington Community College, Callington, Cornwall
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Callington Community College, Callington, Cornwall
Are you considering a teaching career but want experience in a school first? If so, this position is for you. Callington Community College is seeking to appoint a highly organised, enthusiastic and i...
- Maternity Cover | Part-Time
- £24,413.00 - £28,143.00 Annually (FTE)
Pro rata salary of £20,371 - £23,483 per annum (37 hour per week, term time only)
Caretaker
Caretaker
Ashburton Primary School, Newton Abbot, Devon
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Ashburton Primary School, Newton Abbot, Devon
School Caretaker, 16.25 hours per week, 2.45pm to 6pm Monday to Friday, 52 weeks per year
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £12,076.00 - £12,874.00 Annually (Actual)
NJC D
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
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