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Work With Us
Work at a place where you feel valued and recognised. An environment where imagination and creativity counts. Work with us.
Currently the third largest secondary school in Essex as a single academy trust and growing, we are focussed on enhancing our future structure and have roles where we are seeking people who can bring fresh perspectives and new variety for the benefits of our students. At Plume Academy you will find the space to develop your talents, the freedom to contribute and the opportunity to grow as part of our welcoming and inclusive family.
Employing over 250 staff, from teaching and learning to management and administration, you will find opportunities at every level, across both of our campuses.
Our people share a determination to push boundaries, think differently and achieve more.
As an employee, you’ll play a crucial part in assisting with our continual development.
In return, we will support, nurture and reward you with benefits from training and development to responsibility recognition.
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Search our current opportunities in teaching, professional and support roles at Plume Academy, by selecting one of our roles and if you are interested in finding our more, please email HR@plume.essex.sch.uk to arrange a further conversation or arrange a time where you could come and meet Human Resources for a tour of our facilities.
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If there are no opportunities that are suitable for you right now, we would welcome you to revisit this page in the future for the most up to date vacancies available.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Current Opportunities
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There are currently no vacancies at the academy
Volunteering at Plume
If you are interested in volunteering at Plume Academy you will need to complete a volunteer application form.
PLEASE RETURN PRINTED APPLICATIONS TO HUMAN RESOURCES, PLUME, MALDON'S COMMUNITY ACADEMY, FAMBRIDGE ROAD, MALDON, ESSEX CM9 6AB
ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS AND SD2 FORMS CAN BE RETURNED TO HR@PLUME.ESSEX.SCH.UK
Disclosure
The Board of Trustees is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointment are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, together with the receipt of References and Health Clearances.
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Volunteer appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS and Reference checks
Teacher of Humanities with Personal Development
We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Humanities with Personal Development on a full-time fixed term basis with effect from January 2025. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a very strong Humanities Faculty in a highly successful 11-19 academy which holds good Ofsted status. The role will report to the Subject Leader, and the candidate will teach a full timetable across both campuses within the subject. The faculty has a strong collaborative ethos, is very supportive and well-planned schemes of learning for all courses are already in place.
Closing Date: 24 November 2025
Subject Leader - Music
Are you a passionate and imaginative music teacher ready to take the next step in your career? We are looking for a dynamic and driven individual to lead our music department at our thriving and high-achieving academy. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a brand-new role, where you’ll have the freedom to innovate, inspire students, and elevate the profile of music across the school.
Closing Date: 1 December 2025
Cleaner
We are seeking to appoint a Cleaner on a permanent basis with immediate effect due to expansion of our team. The posts offer an excellent opportunity to work in our highly successful academy. The Cleaning Department has a strong team working ethos, is very supportive of new members of staff with an induction programme in place and on-the-job training provided.
Closing Date: 1 December 2025
Teacher of Music
Are you passionate about inspiring young minds through music? We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a talented and enthusiastic Music Teacher to join our thriving Expressive Arts Faculty at our successful 11–19 academy. This is a permanent position, available on a full-time or part-time basis, and ideal for someone eager to contribute to a dynamic and supportive team that values creativity and excellence.
Closing Date: 1 December 2025
Music Assistant
We are seeking to appoint a Music Assistant to join us on a casual basis as soon as possible. This post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a strong administrative department in our highly successful academy, which holds good Ofsted status. The core purpose of the role is to provide full technician support to teaching staff, particularly in the preparation and cleaning / clearing of lesson materials and the maintenance of equipment for class practical work.