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Clyst Vale is a thriving and vibrant 11- 16 Community College situated five miles from Exeter. Visitors to Clyst Vale usually comment on the friendly, orderly atmosphere, the courtesy of our students, and the purposefulness in lessons. We have clear expectations and systems, but far more important are the excellent working relationships we establish between staff and students, as well as staff and parents. We remain the only Secondary school in Devon to be accredited Gold Rights Respecting School status.  

We can offer 

- A unique opportunity to work within a Rights Respecting School with a strong community ethos 

- A supportive CPD programme 

- Free on-site parking 

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 check is required for all successful candidates. Online checks will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates. 

Please note we do not offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship to non-UK citizens for this role. 

Food Technician 

Grade B 

32.5 hours per week  

Monday-Friday 08:00-15:30 

39 weeks per year 

The role 

Starting in Thursday 3^rd September, we are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Food Technology Technician to support our busy and successful Design & Technology department. 

The position is being advertised as a Grade B position and would be ideal for someone who may be looking at a career in teaching and wants to gain first-hand experience of working in a school.   

This is a hands-on role where you will help prepare ingredients, equipment, and classrooms to ensure practical food lessons run smoothly. Working under the direction of teaching staff, you will play an important part in supporting student learning and maintaining a safe, organised environment.   

Possession of a current Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate and experience in food preparation and hygiene would be advantageous but are not essential as full training will be given. 

Salary 

Actual salary £19,025 

Please see the attached job description for full details of the role. 

To apply, please complete an application form and return to recruitment@clystvale.org 

You will need to be available to attend for the whole interview day. 

Closing date for all applications is midnight Wednesday 8^th July 2026 

 Interviews will take place on Wednesday 15^th July 2026 

Teacher of English (Fixed Term) 

Part time  

MPS 1-6 

The Role 

Clyst Vale prides itself on its English offer from year 7 to 11 and starting in September, we a looking to recruit an exciting and innovative Teacher of English. This role would ideally suit an ECT looking for their first teaching job. 

This is a part-time position 0.6-0.7Ffte 1-year fixed term contact. The successful candidate will be able to teach across key KS3 & KS4 and is offered on the main teacher's pay scale MPS 1-6. 

We are looking for: 

- An outstanding teacher with excellent subject knowledge; 

- A practitioner who is keen to enthuse students using a variety of approaches; 

- Experience of teaching English at GCSE is desirable; 

- A willingness to contribute to the enrichment activities of the Department; 

Applications from ECT’s are strongly encouraged and we can offer an excellent induction programme, in partnership with the South West Institute for Teaching, as well as a robust and impactful CPD offer for teachers at all stages of their career. 

Please see the attached application pack for full details of the role. 

To apply, please complete an application form and return to recruitment@clystvale.org 

You will need to be available to attend for the whole interview day. 

Closing date for all applications is Sunday 12^th July 2026. 

Interviews will be held Wednesday 15^th July 2026.