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
Executive Headteacher (Ashburton and Buckfastleigh Primary Schools)
Executive Headteacher (Ashburton and Buckfastleigh Primary Schools)
Westcountry Schools Trust, Plymouth, Devon
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Westcountry Schools Trust, Plymouth, Devon
Are you a passionate and experienced leader ready to make a significant impact on the lives of young people? We are seeking an exceptional individual with vision, energy and inspirational leadership t...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- L14 - L20
Headteacher at Chaddlewood Primary School
Headteacher at Chaddlewood Primary School
Westcountry Schools Trust, Plymouth, Devon
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Westcountry Schools Trust, Plymouth, Devon
Are you a passionate and experienced leader ready to make a significant impact on the lives of young people? We are seeking an exceptional individual with vision, energy and inspirational leadership t...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- L16 - L22
Director of Education Primary
Director of Education Primary
Westcountry Schools Trust, Plymouth, Devon
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Westcountry Schools Trust, Plymouth, Devon
Director of Education (Primary) – Join the WeST Family Westcountry Schools Trust (WeST) is a tight-knit family of 31 schools - 8 secondary and 23 primaries - working together across the Southwest. ...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- L39 - L43
Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term) 32.5 hours per week
Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term) 32.5 hours per week
Stowford School, Ivybridge, Devon
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Stowford School, Ivybridge, Devon
This is an exciting opportunity to join Stowford School, part of Westcountry Schools Trust, as a Teaching Assistant.
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £13.26 - £13.69 Hourly
Devon Grade C (scp 5 - 7)
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)
Cleaner
Cleaner
Manor Primary School, Ivybridge, Ivybridge, Devon
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Manor Primary School, Ivybridge, Ivybridge, Devon
Cleaner Post for 10.5 hours per week, 41 weeks per year
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £6,236.04 Annually (Actual)
Learning and Health Care Support Assistant (1:1 support)
Learning and Health Care Support Assistant (1:1 support)
Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
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Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
To work under the instruction & guidance of teaching/senior staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher, to support access to learning for the 1:1 student and in class support for the student’s...
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £25,583.00 - £26,403.00 Annually (FTE)
NJC Grade C, scp 5-7 (£15,899 actual salary per annum)
Higher Level Teaching Assistant / Playworker, Fixed Term until 31st August 2026
Higher Level Teaching Assistant / Playworker, Fixed Term until 31st August 2026
Oreston Community Academy, Plymouth, Devon
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Oreston Community Academy, Plymouth, Devon
Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Playworker required on a Fixed Term basis until 31st August 2026. Possibility of a permanent role. HLTA - 30.1 hours per week Playworker - Contractual overtime, ...
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £21,190.00 - £23,006.00 Annually (Actual)
HLTA - Plymouth Grade E / Playworker - Plymouth Grade A (Contractual Overtime 13 days)
Nursery Practitioner
Nursery Practitioner
Sherford Vale School & Nursery, Sherford, Devon
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Sherford Vale School & Nursery, Sherford, Devon
Sherford Vale School & Nursery 32.5 hours, 39 weeks per year Grade C Point 5-7
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £25,583.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher of Maths
Teacher of Maths
Sir James Smith's School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Sir James Smith's School, Camelford, Cornwall
Full time Teacher of Maths to commence Easter 2026 or September 2026, for the right candidate.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
TMS 1 to UPS 3
Receptionist
Receptionist
Eggbuckland Community College, Plymouth, Devon
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Eggbuckland Community College, Plymouth, Devon
To act as the first point of call for all college visitors and callers. To welcome visitors and direct as appropriate and to manage all telephone calls and queries, re-directing as appropriate. Provi...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £19,246.67 - £19,863.58 Annually (Actual)
MIS & Assessment Administrator
Internal Applicants ONLY
MIS & Assessment Administrator
Internal Applicants ONLY
Plymstock School, Plymouth, Devon
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Plymstock School, Plymouth, Devon
We are seeking an excellent Administrator who will ensure the accurate collection, maintenance and distribution of student data, supporting departments, leaders, students and parents and provide high ...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £25,583.00 - £26,403.00 Annually (FTE)
Grade C SCP 5 - 7 Actual Salary £21,911.60 - £22,613.92
School Attendance Champion
School Attendance Champion
Plymstock School, Plymouth, Devon
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Plymstock School, Plymouth, Devon
We are seeking a dedicated professional to be our School Attendance Champion. The successful candidate will be the key point of liaison with families of children with identified or suspected SEND and/...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £26,824.00 - £29,540.00 Annually (FTE)
Plymouth Grade D SCP 8 - 14 Actual Salary £22,974.50 - £25,300.73
2 x SEN Teaching Assistants
2 x SEN Teaching Assistants
Boringdon Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
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Boringdon Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
2 x SEN Teaching Assistant Roles at Boringdon Primary School
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £25,583.00 Annually (FTE)
Mealtime Assistant, 5 hours a week
Mealtime Assistant, 5 hours a week
Oreston Community Academy, Plymouth, Devon
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Oreston Community Academy, Plymouth, Devon
We are seeking a member of staff to join our Meal Time Assistant Team, to work across our main school and Nursery.
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £12.65 Hourly
1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant
1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant
Camelford Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Camelford Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant Full Time Permanent
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £24,415.00 Annually (FTE)
ARB Teacher
ARB Teacher
Camelford Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Camelford Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
ARB Teacher 0.6 (3 days, days to be agreed)
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (FTE)
SEN Allowance £2787.00
Learning Support Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY
Learning Support Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY
Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
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Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
To work under the instruction & guidance of teaching/senior staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher, to support access to learning for students and provide general support to the teacher in t...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £25,583.00 - £26,403.00 Annually (FTE)
NJC Grade C, scp 5-7 (£15,899 actual salary)
Cleaner
Cleaner
Otterham Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Otterham Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
Otterham School is looking to appoint a part time Cleaner to work 15 hours per week Monday to Friday between the hours of 3pm and 7pm. This is a term time only contract plus an additional 3 weeks to b...
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £24,415.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual salary: £9016 per annum = £12.65 per hour
Casual Teacher (Secondary)
Casual Teacher (Secondary)
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 across the School.
- Casual Contract | Not Applicable
- MPS/UPS
TEACHING ASSISTANT - 30 Hours Per Week (Term Time Only)
TEACHING ASSISTANT - 30 Hours Per Week (Term Time Only)
Otterham Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Otterham Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become a Teaching Assistant at Otterham School. Experience of working with EYFS/KS1 children is essential for this position and having paediatric first aid train...
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £24,415.00 - £24,796.00 Annually (FTE)
Cover Supervisor
Cover Supervisor
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
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Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
Cover Supervisor required ASAP
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £22,974.00 - £25,300.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade D, point 8-14
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 Westcountry Schools Trust Meal time Assistant 5 hours per week 38 weeks per year Term Time only Fixed Term until 31st August 2025
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £2,801.00 Annually (Actual)
Casual Class Teacher
Casual Class Teacher
Ermington Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
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Ermington Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
Casual Class Teacher
- Casual Contract | Not Applicable
- MPS/UPS
Cleaner
Cleaner
Woodlands Park Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
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Woodlands Park Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
School Cleaner
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £12.65 Hourly
Teacher of Mathematics
Teacher of Mathematics
Callington Community College, Callington, Cornwall
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Callington Community College, Callington, Cornwall
Teacher of Mathematics (1.0 FTE)
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS
Cleaner
Cleaner
Camelford Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Camelford Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
Part time cleaner to work 16 hours per week, 41 weeks per year
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,415.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual salary: £9,618 per annum = £12.65 per hour
Performing Arts Technician
Performing Arts Technician
Sir James Smith's School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Sir James Smith's School, Camelford, Cornwall
Part time Performing Arts Technician working 19.5 hours per week, term time only.
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,796.00 - £28,143.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual salary: £11,136 to £12,640 per annum
Meal Time Assistant
Meal Time Assistant
Ermington Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
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Ermington Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
Ermington Primary School admin@ermington.devon.sch.uk Start date ASAP Fixed Term until 31/08/2026
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £2,714.92 Annually (Actual)
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
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Westcountry Schools Trust Vacancies
Executive Headteacher (Ashburton and Buckfastleigh Primary Schools)
Executive Headteacher (Ashburton and Buckfastleigh Primary Schools)
Westcountry Schools Trust, Plymouth, Devon
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Westcountry Schools Trust, Plymouth, Devon
Are you a passionate and experienced leader ready to make a significant impact on the lives of young people? We are seeking an exceptional individual with vision, energy and inspirational leadership t...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- L14 - L20
Headteacher at Chaddlewood Primary School
Headteacher at Chaddlewood Primary School
Westcountry Schools Trust, Plymouth, Devon
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Westcountry Schools Trust, Plymouth, Devon
Are you a passionate and experienced leader ready to make a significant impact on the lives of young people? We are seeking an exceptional individual with vision, energy and inspirational leadership t...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- L16 - L22
Director of Education Primary
Director of Education Primary
Westcountry Schools Trust, Plymouth, Devon
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Westcountry Schools Trust, Plymouth, Devon
Director of Education (Primary) – Join the WeST Family Westcountry Schools Trust (WeST) is a tight-knit family of 31 schools - 8 secondary and 23 primaries - working together across the Southwest. ...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- L39 - L43
Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term) 32.5 hours per week
Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term) 32.5 hours per week
Stowford School, Ivybridge, Devon
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Stowford School, Ivybridge, Devon
This is an exciting opportunity to join Stowford School, part of Westcountry Schools Trust, as a Teaching Assistant.
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £13.26 - £13.69 Hourly
Devon Grade C (scp 5 - 7)
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)
Cleaner
Cleaner
Manor Primary School, Ivybridge, Ivybridge, Devon
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Manor Primary School, Ivybridge, Ivybridge, Devon
Cleaner Post for 10.5 hours per week, 41 weeks per year
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £6,236.04 Annually (Actual)
Learning and Health Care Support Assistant (1:1 support)
Learning and Health Care Support Assistant (1:1 support)
Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
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Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
To work under the instruction & guidance of teaching/senior staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher, to support access to learning for the 1:1 student and in class support for the student’s...
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £25,583.00 - £26,403.00 Annually (FTE)
NJC Grade C, scp 5-7 (£15,899 actual salary per annum)
Higher Level Teaching Assistant / Playworker, Fixed Term until 31st August 2026
Higher Level Teaching Assistant / Playworker, Fixed Term until 31st August 2026
Oreston Community Academy, Plymouth, Devon
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Oreston Community Academy, Plymouth, Devon
Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Playworker required on a Fixed Term basis until 31st August 2026. Possibility of a permanent role. HLTA - 30.1 hours per week Playworker - Contractual overtime, ...
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £21,190.00 - £23,006.00 Annually (Actual)
HLTA - Plymouth Grade E / Playworker - Plymouth Grade A (Contractual Overtime 13 days)
Nursery Practitioner
Nursery Practitioner
Sherford Vale School & Nursery, Sherford, Devon
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Sherford Vale School & Nursery, Sherford, Devon
Sherford Vale School & Nursery 32.5 hours, 39 weeks per year Grade C Point 5-7
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £25,583.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher of Maths
Teacher of Maths
Sir James Smith's School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Sir James Smith's School, Camelford, Cornwall
Full time Teacher of Maths to commence Easter 2026 or September 2026, for the right candidate.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
TMS 1 to UPS 3
Receptionist
Receptionist
Eggbuckland Community College, Plymouth, Devon
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Eggbuckland Community College, Plymouth, Devon
To act as the first point of call for all college visitors and callers. To welcome visitors and direct as appropriate and to manage all telephone calls and queries, re-directing as appropriate. Provi...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £19,246.67 - £19,863.58 Annually (Actual)
MIS & Assessment Administrator
Internal Applicants ONLY
MIS & Assessment Administrator
Internal Applicants ONLY
Plymstock School, Plymouth, Devon
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Plymstock School, Plymouth, Devon
We are seeking an excellent Administrator who will ensure the accurate collection, maintenance and distribution of student data, supporting departments, leaders, students and parents and provide high ...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £25,583.00 - £26,403.00 Annually (FTE)
Grade C SCP 5 - 7 Actual Salary £21,911.60 - £22,613.92
School Attendance Champion
School Attendance Champion
Plymstock School, Plymouth, Devon
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Plymstock School, Plymouth, Devon
We are seeking a dedicated professional to be our School Attendance Champion. The successful candidate will be the key point of liaison with families of children with identified or suspected SEND and/...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £26,824.00 - £29,540.00 Annually (FTE)
Plymouth Grade D SCP 8 - 14 Actual Salary £22,974.50 - £25,300.73
2 x SEN Teaching Assistants
2 x SEN Teaching Assistants
Boringdon Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
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Boringdon Primary School, Plymouth, Devon
2 x SEN Teaching Assistant Roles at Boringdon Primary School
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £25,583.00 Annually (FTE)
Mealtime Assistant, 5 hours a week
Mealtime Assistant, 5 hours a week
Oreston Community Academy, Plymouth, Devon
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Oreston Community Academy, Plymouth, Devon
We are seeking a member of staff to join our Meal Time Assistant Team, to work across our main school and Nursery.
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £12.65 Hourly
1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant
1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant
Camelford Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Camelford Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant Full Time Permanent
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £24,415.00 Annually (FTE)
ARB Teacher
ARB Teacher
Camelford Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Camelford Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
ARB Teacher 0.6 (3 days, days to be agreed)
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (FTE)
SEN Allowance £2787.00
Learning Support Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY
Learning Support Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY
Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
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Hele's School, Plymouth, Devon
To work under the instruction & guidance of teaching/senior staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher, to support access to learning for students and provide general support to the teacher in t...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £25,583.00 - £26,403.00 Annually (FTE)
NJC Grade C, scp 5-7 (£15,899 actual salary)
Cleaner
Cleaner
Otterham Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Otterham Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
Otterham School is looking to appoint a part time Cleaner to work 15 hours per week Monday to Friday between the hours of 3pm and 7pm. This is a term time only contract plus an additional 3 weeks to b...
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £24,415.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual salary: £9016 per annum = £12.65 per hour
Casual Teacher (Secondary)
Casual Teacher (Secondary)
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 across the School.
- Casual Contract | Not Applicable
- MPS/UPS
TEACHING ASSISTANT - 30 Hours Per Week (Term Time Only)
TEACHING ASSISTANT - 30 Hours Per Week (Term Time Only)
Otterham Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Otterham Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become a Teaching Assistant at Otterham School. Experience of working with EYFS/KS1 children is essential for this position and having paediatric first aid train...
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £24,415.00 - £24,796.00 Annually (FTE)
Cover Supervisor
Cover Supervisor
Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
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Coombe Dean School, Plymouth, Devon
Cover Supervisor required ASAP
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £22,974.00 - £25,300.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade D, point 8-14
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 Westcountry Schools Trust Meal time Assistant 5 hours per week 38 weeks per year Term Time only Fixed Term until 31st August 2025
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £2,801.00 Annually (Actual)
Casual Class Teacher
Casual Class Teacher
Ermington Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
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Ermington Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
Casual Class Teacher
- Casual Contract | Not Applicable
- MPS/UPS
Cleaner
Cleaner
Woodlands Park Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
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Woodlands Park Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
School Cleaner
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £12.65 Hourly
Teacher of Mathematics
Teacher of Mathematics
Callington Community College, Callington, Cornwall
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Callington Community College, Callington, Cornwall
Teacher of Mathematics (1.0 FTE)
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS
Cleaner
Cleaner
Camelford Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Camelford Community Primary School, Camelford, Cornwall
Part time cleaner to work 16 hours per week, 41 weeks per year
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,415.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual salary: £9,618 per annum = £12.65 per hour
Performing Arts Technician
Performing Arts Technician
Sir James Smith's School, Camelford, Cornwall
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Sir James Smith's School, Camelford, Cornwall
Part time Performing Arts Technician working 19.5 hours per week, term time only.
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,796.00 - £28,143.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual salary: £11,136 to £12,640 per annum
Meal Time Assistant
Meal Time Assistant
Ermington Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
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Ermington Primary School, Ivybridge, Devon
Ermington Primary School admin@ermington.devon.sch.uk Start date ASAP Fixed Term until 31/08/2026
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £2,714.92 Annually (Actual)
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
Part of Westcountry Schools Trust
Are you looking for a different role at Westcountry Schools Trust? Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
