Plymouth Learning Partnership Mentor in School Library

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.

About us
200+

School members looking to make a change in their environment for pupils

6

Diverse print and digital channels through which people see our job listings

500+

Potential candidates who receive our job email alerts each week

80+

Active job listings that we publish online and send to potential staff

86%

3+ outcome areas where people are making progress

£1.5m

Funding secured for pupils who needed it the most every year

250+

Schools registered with us to find the right supply teachers to support their children

140+

Supply teachers currently in roles they enjoy being in across Devon & Cornwall

Strength in Support
Success in Education

Connected
"I enjoy working for PLP, connecting with different professions."

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.

Responsive
"I have always found PLP to be incredibly responsive to our needs."

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.

Creative
"Everyone is committed to find a creative way to remove barriers and support families."

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.

Supportive
"They enable us to identify and support the needs for the children."

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.

Plymouth Learning Partnership Team
Plymouth Learning Partnership Mentor with Pupils Outside
Plymouth Learning Partnership Pupil

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.

View our current job vacancies
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Mill Ford School

Full Time Teacher

at Mill Ford School

Full Time Permanent
MPS/UPS + 1 SEN Point
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Laira Green Primary School

Experienced Pre-school Teacher

at Laira Green Primary School

Full Time Permanent
MPS1-MPS6
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Lipson Vale Primary School

Year 5 Teacher (with Year 5 & 6 Team Leader)

at Lipson Vale Primary School

Full Time Permanent
M1- M6 / UPS (+TLR2b for Year 5 & 6 Team Lead)
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Marine Academy Plymouth

Behaviour Assistant

at Marine Academy Plymouth

Full Time Term Time
Grade C (Actual Salary £20,168.29 - £20,814.26)
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Marine Academy Plymouth

SEND Assistant

at Marine Academy Plymouth

Full Time Term Time
Grade C (Actual Salary £19,159.87 - £19,773.54)
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Mill Ford School

Assistant Headteacher

at Mill Ford School

Full Time Permanent
Leadership Scale Points 6 – 8 (FTE £56,316 - £59,167) dependent on experience
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Riverside Community School

SENDCo

at Riverside Community School

Full Time Term Time
MPS/UPS plus SEN Allowance
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Lipson Co-operative Academy

Examination Invigilator

at Lipson Co-operative Academy

Various
£12.45 per hour Casual
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Plymouth Learning Partnership

Educational Psychologist Main Grade

at Plymouth Learning Partnership

Full Time Permanent
PLP Grade 13 (£48,648 - £51,526) to PLP Grade 15 (£54,407-£57,279)
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Supply Plus

Primary & Secondary Teachers

at Supply Plus

Various
Competitive
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Supply Plus

Teaching Assistant / Higher Level Teaching Assistant

at Supply Plus

Various
TBC
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Supply Plus

Supply Teaching Assistants

at Supply Plus

Various
supplyplus@plpcic.co.uk
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Devonport High School for Boys

Part Time Careers Administrator

at Devonport High School for Boys

Part Time Permanent
Grade B (SCP 3 to 4) Hourly rate (£12.45 to £12.65)
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Devonport High School for Boys

Lunchtime Supervisor

at Devonport High School for Boys

Part Time Term Time
£12.21 Per Hour
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Devonport High School for Boys

Part Time Bursary Finance Officer

at Devonport High School for Boys

Part Time Term Time
Grade D SCP 8-14 (Annual Salary £25,992 - £28,624 pro rata)
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Montpelier Primary School

Class Teachers

at Montpelier Primary School

Fixed Term Contract
MPS/UPS
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Boringdon Primary School

Classroom Teacher (English Subject Leader/Personal Development Subject Leader/Senior Leadership Team)

at Boringdon Primary School

Full Time Permanent
MPS/UPS + TLR2a
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Devonport High School for Girls

Cleaning Supervisor

at Devonport High School for Girls

Part Time Term Time
Grade C Points 5-7 (actual salary £16,657 -£17,190)
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Scott Medical and Healthcare College

Director of Social & Health Services

at Scott Medical and Healthcare College

Full Time Permanent
MPS/UPS + TLR 1a
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
St Matthew's Church of England Primary & Nursery Academy

EYFS & KS1 Phase Leads

at St Matthew's Church of England Primary & Nursery Academy

Full Time Term Time
MPS - UPS
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
St Edward's CofE Primary School and Nursery

Headteacher

at St Edward's CofE Primary School and Nursery

Full Time Permanent
Leadership L8 – L13
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
St Matthew's Church of England Primary & Nursery Academy

Meal Time Assistant

at St Matthew's Church of England Primary & Nursery Academy

Fixed Term Contract
SC1 NJC point 2 Actual Salary £3,364 (FTE £23,656)
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Lipson Vale Primary School

Administrator

at Lipson Vale Primary School

Part Time Term Time
Grade B (NSP 3-4) £11,122 to £11,297 per annum (pro rata)
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Stoke Damerel Community College

Teacher of Humanities

at Stoke Damerel Community College

Full Time Permanent
MPS/UPS
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Stoke Damerel Community College

Site Assistant

at Stoke Damerel Community College

Part Time Term Time
Actual salary: £8,400 - £8,531 pro rata
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Devonport High School for Boys

Teacher of Music

at Devonport High School for Boys

Full Time Permanent
MPS/UPS
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
St George's CofE Primary School

EYFS Teacher (Maternity Cover)

at St George's CofE Primary School

Fixed Term Contract
MPS

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.

"The PLP team are warm, supportive and knowledgeable in their expertise. I enjoy my role within the team as a family learning mentor, and feel empowered to support children and families knowing I have a great team around me, with regular supervision and access to a variety of CPD opportunities to further my development."

Claire Wilkinson
Claire Wilkinson
Family Learning Mentor

"The service and provision provided by PLP has been exceptional and at times almost life saving They are professional and compassionate and strive to provide the very best for our families across our city."

Ciara Moran
Ciara Moran
Headteacher, Woodfield Primary School

“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..”

Lisa Birnie
Lisa Birnie
Assistant Headteacher and SENCO, Elburton Primary School

"The staff have always been professional, caring and supportive. They are always polite and friendly and very importantly keep you informed of events. It has been a pleasure to work for Supply Plus, they are a wonderful team to work for."

S E
S E
Teacher

"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! "

Sarah Moger
Sarah Moger
SENCO, St Budeaux Foundation CofE

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.

Colin Freeman
Colin Freeman
Site Manager

I have greatly enjoyed my year with Supply Plus. For the first half of the year, I worked with schools across Plymouth, honing and developing my teaching skills after training as a teacher during the pandemic. In the second half of the year I had a long-term contract with a Year 4 class. I have truly loved every day of work this year and I am about to start a new chapter of my teaching career with a Year 1 class in London! I couldn’t have done it without you Supply Plus. Thank you for all the training, advice, always being on the end of the phone. You’ve helped me to springboard my career.

Amy Bridgeman
Amy Bridgeman
Supply Plus Teacher

“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..”

Analise Cowan
Analise Cowan
Assistant Headteacher, Prince Rock Primary School

“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..”

Suzanne Perkin
Suzanne Perkin
Teacher SENCO, Leigham Primary School

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.

AH
AH

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 is as smooth as possible!

M F
M F

"PLP is an inclusive company, which thrives on a supportive network of professionals within the team. They are compassionate and understanding."

Julie Spencer
Julie Spencer
School based Learning Mentor

"Thank you all for making my time with Supply+ so enjoyable. From the beginning the Supply+ team have been incredibly helpful alongside their excellent and frequent communication. I will happily recommend Supply+ to anyone I know going into supply work."

H N
H N
Teacher

"I like that through my role in PLP children are at the heart of the therapy we deliver, and how good communication is between the team schools and families."

Chloe Ridgway
Chloe Ridgway
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.

M W
M W

The organisations that support us

Our Time Foundation
Marjon University
University of Plymouth
University of Exeter
Autism Education
Outcomes Star

Schools' Post has moved!

As part of our mission to bring you the very best job opportunities in education, we are moving Schools' Post to become a part of the PLP website.

You can find the new Schools’ Post job board here:

Schools' Post