Right support.
Right place.
Right time.




Working together for the good of schools, pupils and families in Plymouth and across the South West.
We provide effective support services for children and families, and solve your school’s recruitment challenges. And thanks to our community reinvestment model, we deliver exceptional value for money too.
Schools registered with us to find the right supply teachers to support their children
School members looking to make a change in their environment for pupils
Active job listings that we publish online and send to potential staff
Funding secured for pupils who needed it the most every year
3+ outcome areas where people are making progress
Potential candidates who receive our job email alerts each week
Diverse print and digital channels through which people see our job listings
Schools across Devon and Cornwall for which we’ve attracted applicants


Strength in Support
Success in Education
Our network of experts combine with schools all around the city, allowing us to deliver the service that children need, no matter who or where they are.
We’re ready to jump into action to respond to schools’ and pupils’ needs. Our dynamic, highly-trained team are ready for action – schools know they can rely on us.
Resourceful, perceptive and well-informed, we know there’s not always a one-size-fits-all solution. We explore different approaches to find the best way to help.
We’re here to take care of people. Ensuring school staff and parents are given the right help and resources ultimately means that children benefit.



Looking for a new role?
If you’re considering finding a new job in a school in Plymouth, or elsewhere in Devon or Cornwall, take a look at the latest listings on our Schools’ Post. We have both full-time and part-time vacancies available across a variety of roles.

Teaching Assistant
at Brunel Primary and Nursery Academy

Pastoral Support Worker (Maternity Cover)
at Whitleigh Community Primary School

Nurture Class Teacher
at Whitleigh Community Primary School

1:1 Teaching Assistant
at Compton C of E Primary School

Classroom Teacher (English Subject Leader / Personal Development Subject Leader / Senior Leadership Team)
at Boringdon Primary School

Fixed Term 1:1 Teaching Assistant
at Bickleigh Down Primary School

IT Technician
at Mill Ford School

Full Time Teacher
at Mill Ford School

Year 5 Teacher (with Year 5 & 6 Team Leader)
at Lipson Vale Primary School

Educational Psychologist Main Grade
at Plymouth Learning Partnership

Primary & Secondary Teachers
at Supply Plus

Supply Teaching Assistant Training
at Supply Plus

Teacher of Food Technology (full time)Maternity Cover
at Devonport High School for Boys

Music Teacher and Lead
at Lipson Vale Primary School

Caretaker – Plymouth Schools
at St Matthew's Church of England Primary & Nursery Academy

Teacher (Maternity Cover)
at St George's CofE Primary School

Key Stage 1 Lead
at Lipson Vale Primary School

Director of Social and Health Sciences
at Stoke Damerel Community College

Teacher of History
at Stoke Damerel Community College

Teacher of Science
at Stoke Damerel Community College

Teaching Assistant
at St Stephens Community Primary School

Parent Support Advisor
at Burraton Community Primary School

Teaching Assistant X 2
at St Matthew's Church of England Primary & Nursery Academy

Teacher of English (Full time or Part time)
at Stoke Damerel Community College

Science Technician
at Stoke Damerel Community College

Teaching Assistant
at Stoke Damerel Community College

Catering Assistant
at Stoke Damerel Community College

2 x Full time Key Stage 2 Teachers
at Old Priory Junior Academy

SENDCo
at St Edward's CofE Primary School and Nursery

Learning Manager
at Devonport High School for Boys

Lunchtime Supervisor
at Devonport High School for Boys

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You’re in good company
Our ability to bring children, families and schools the support they need relies on the relationships and connections we make. Here’s a sample of the feedback we’ve had from people who have called on Plymouth Learning Partnership’s services.
We are very appreciative for the many years of care, support, professionalism and insight that Plymouth Learning Partnership (PLP) has been able to offer our school. Their expertise in the field of Safety & Health is second to none. From asbestos to zonal fire issues, PLP visiting consultants are extremely knowledgeable and are able to offer advice on a wide range of issues to ensure compliance. Just ask a question and they always have the answers you need! In addition, they are able to offer training across many subject areas, either online or in person, fulfilling all our school CPD needs. PLP are providers of a friendly, professional and valued partnership and I would highly recommend using their services.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time working with Supply Plus. The sign-up process and online booking system are well organised, and I have found it fantastic for helping to organise my days with ease. Supply Plus staff have always answered the phone and replied to emails almost instantly and have aided with any issues I may have. I have had the most amazing experiences in multiple schools around Plymouth and thank the Supply Plus team for giving me these opportunities. I really hope to work with Supply Plus again in the future.

"PLP doesn't hide away from the challenging, complex and often painful stuff that needs to be tackled in order to help young people succeed.

"Thank you all so much for everything over the past 2 years! For enabling me to start my teaching career and for working so hard to make everything as smooth as possible!"

“PLP workers are flexible & try to meet the needs of child/home/school. They are the only support in the city who are actually proactive & help rather than have long waiting lists. We pay for additional high need & it's a worry for the future if school cannot meet this cost. The demand for support from PLP is ongoing & rising! We simply cannot do without them..”

“MAST are amazing. All of the staff are resourceful, compassionate and hardworking. Everyone is committed to find a creative way to remove barriers and support children and their families to move forwards. I would not be able to do my job without the support, expertise and advice that the MAST team provide. They are always there when we need them the most.”

"The calendar system is easy to use and the team have made every effort to be considerate with bookings that are accessible and convenient for me. I have enjoyed working in different schools and year groups. Thank you for your support!"

“PLP have been really supportive towards the huge variety of challenging needs that we face within our school. There is always somebody available to talk to at the end of the phone and no question is too trivial..”

"I am thankful to have the opportunity to have such a proactive, compassionate service who are there to support and educate me within my role, whilst also expanding high-quality support and intervention for school staff, pupils and parents/families. I wouldn't be without PLP! "

Supply+ has been a great organisation to work with! The team are always friendly and helpful, and communication is good. The calendar system on the database works really well and there has always been work when I wanted it with age groups and in areas that suit me. I have enjoyed going into a range of different schools in Plymouth and have found it a supportive way of getting back into the classroom after a break.

I have really enjoyed my time doing supply teaching with Supply Plus. I chose supply teaching after a long contract at a Plymouth School. My decision to leave came at a point in my life where I was keen to explore a different career path. Supply through Supply Plus gave me a breather and chance to think how I could use my skills in another way. It was totally flexible so I could map out my availability every week. It was so helpful to get an insight into how different schools operate and I learnt a lot from the experience.

“I think PLP MAST have the balance just right, they emapthise with the challenges schools face and they respond in a timely manner. They support, guide and advise, but are not unrealistic or judgemental. We feel supported and guided in a way no other service can match at present..”

"I started working for PLP as a placement student and fell in love with not only the work but also the team and the values that underpin everything. I was later hired after finishing my degree and haven't looked back since. I work daily with children providing varying support and I utilise having a multi-disciplinary to help me tailor session to meet student needs. I feel valued and appreciated by PLP and could not imagine myself working elsewhere.”

"Our PLP SALT is invaluable to us. She is brilliant at supporting us in providing advice and strategies to support early SAL need, often eliminating the need for support later on. She is also flexible in the use of her time and has provided assessments and advice for older children, enabling us to identify and support needs for these children."

Thank you for making my time with Supply+ so enjoyable. From the beginning the Supply+ team have been incredibly helpful alongside their excellent and frequent communication. Supply+ are often sending out emails with further CPD which I think is a great to have those continuous opportunities. I will happily recommend Supply+ to anyone I know going into supply work and am very proud to have represented them during my time doing supply work.
