Why work for us?
Our pupils thrive in a mature, supportive, purposeful and happy environment. They benefit immensely from working with our trained, talented and dedicated Class Teachers and support staff, and from participating in a wide range of exciting and inspiring extra-curricular activities. As a result they make excellent progress but also grow into wonderful young adults.
By joining Ellen Tinkham School, you can expect:
- High quality, bespoke Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Career Progression
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- An excellent employee assistance programme which includes physiotherapy, counselling, wellbeing and access to private healthcare if applicable
- Staff discounts including the Blue Light scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- A wide range of staff training and development opportunities, including work based teacher training
We are committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All our staff across the Learn to Live Federation require an enhanced DBS disclosure and the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of their role with confidence and fluency in English. If you are interested in any of the vacancies detailed below, please complete an application form. We do not accept CV's.
Current Vacancies
ADMIN ASSISTANT
A fantastic opportunity for a flexible, professional individual to join our admin team. You will be supporting Senior Leaders and assisting with the day-to-day running of our school. Excellent communication skills, proficiency in MS Office and Outlook, good attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and prioritise must come as second nature to you.
In this role, you will provide confidential administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team and cover front-line reception duties, when needed. You will be managing diaries, co-ordinating meetings, responding to enquiries and maintaining accurate records and reports for Senior Leaders, Governors and the Executive Head. A working knowledge of school systems is preferred to manage data and monitor project progress, ensuring deadlines are met and concerns are escalated promptly. Responsibilities also include taking minutes, preparing resource materials and delivering general office services such as word processing, spreadsheets, and filing, with strong skills in Microsoft Word and Excel. A calm approach is needed along with the ability to prioritise in a dynamic working environment.
The working hours are 30 per week, term time 39 weeks per year. The starting salary for this C Grade role is £24,790 pa fte. We will discuss at the interview the working days and times to suit both the candidate and ourselves. Please view the Job Description below for this exciting opportunity where your skills and team work really will make a difference.
If you are interested in this role and would like a conversation, please contact Helen Austin, HR Officer, on 01392 467168. Completed applications to be emailed to recruitment@ellentinkham.devon.sch.uk
Closing date for applications: Monday 4th August 2025 at 4 pm
RECEPTIONIST
We are seeking a new member of our admin team, with a welcoming, friendly face, to run our busy Reception at Ellen Tinkham College. You will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and being the first point of contact for all our students, staff and visitors.
With calm, patience and positivity, your professional and effective communication skills will shine through as you deal with telephone enquiries, emails and complete daily admin tasks. No two days are the same so we are seeking someone who is flexible and resilient, with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities. Previous experience of working in a similar role would be advantageous.
The role will require a good level of understanding and knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook, particularly Word and Excel.
Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 4.00 pm, 35 hours a week, term time, 39 weeks per year which includes training days. The starting salary is £20,171.96 pa.
For further information about the role, or to apply, please contact our HR team on 01392 467168 or email: recruitment@ellentinkham.devon.sch.uk
Closing date for applications: Monday 21st July 2025 at 4 pm