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

500+

Potential candidates who receive our job email alerts each week

86%

3+ outcome areas where people are making progress

250+

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

80+

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

200+

Schools across Devon and Cornwall for which we’ve attracted applicants

6

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

£1.5m

Funding secured for pupils who needed it the most every year

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!
Plymouth Learning Partnership

Educational Psychologist Main Grade (1.0 FTE)

at Plymouth Learning Partnership

Full Time Permanent
PLP Grade 13 (£49,621-£52,557) to PLP Grade 15 (£55,495-£58,425)
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Supply Plus

Supply Teaching Assistant

at Supply Plus

Various
TBC
Be an early applicant
Urgently needed
Last chance!
Compton C of E Primary School

Year 3 Class Teacher – Maternity Cover

at Compton C of E Primary School

Full Time Temporary
MPS 1-2

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 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!"

H C
H C
Teacher

"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

"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 have found the Supply Plus team a pleasure to work with. They have been warm, friendly and supportive. I have received a steady stream of work through an intuitive booking system and additional CPD according to my needs and interests. Highly recommended. Thank you Supply Plus!

CC
CC
Supply Plus Teacher

"PLP MAST is central to my professional world. The team are always there, available, to provide the support and early help that is essential and required for our families and their children to survive and learn to thrive. Support for staff and colleagues has been invaluable in terms of CPD, professional advice, supervision and the under specific circumstances."

Jodie Childs
Jodie Childs
SENCO, Mary Dean's Primary School

“It has given me the opportunity to reach children and families who may never have been able to access therapy or support in the way that we give. It has allowed me to work with a variety of people and explore my practise over the years, enabling me to become the practitioner I am..”

Paula Davies
Paula Davies
PLP

"I'd like to take the chance to thank the Supply+ team for supporting me through this stage of my career - I have been so much happier being back in schools and I have been able to do that because of the opportunity that Supply+ gave me."

L G
L G
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

“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 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

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

“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

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.

M G
M G

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

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

The organisations that support us

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