30 hours per week - Fixed Term until August 2027

Are you passionate about inspiring young learners and supporting them to achieve their full potential? Oldway Primary School is looking for a dynamic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and nurturing school community.

Oldway is a popular school which serves the local community in Paignton, South Devon. With around 570 pupils on roll, we are a large primary school. We have an extensive and experienced workforce with a great deal of expertise, and are able to provide a vibrant learning experience for our pupils.

Oldway Primary School is part of the Riviera Education Trust which is a multi-academy trust comprising three local primary schools: Oldway Primary School, Shiphay Learning Academy and Roselands Primary School. We work in collaboration with Oldway Primary School and Shiphay Learning Academy in order to benefit all the children in the Trust. Working in partnership with other schools helps to strengthen our provision and provide educational excellence so that every pupil has the best possible learning experience and is prepared for future life.

We are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant to join our team on a fixed-term basis, who is passionate about engaging learners, and supporting them to achieve their best. The role will involve providing 1:1 support as part of our "team around" approach for EHCP pupils, as well as offering general small group support within the classroom.

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who is:

• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and creative in supporting learners;
• Committed to working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for every child;
• Able to maintain high expectations for themselves and the children they work with;
• Flexible and adaptable in meeting the needs of different learners;
• Reflective and eager to develop their own practice.
• Equipped with a sense of humour and fun to thrive in a busy, ever-changing environment;
• Experienced in supporting children, although training will be provided for those new to the role.

Criteria for the post:

• English and Mathematics GCSE (minimum Grade C) or equivalent (essential);
• Relevant EYFS qualification (essential for one of the two posts);
• Recent experience working with primary-aged pupils (preferred);
• Additional relevant qualifications, such as an NVQ (preferred but not essential).

We can offer you:

• Happy, enthusiastic children who love to learn;
• A welcoming and inclusive school culture;
• A dedicated, supportive team committed to improving the lives of children;
• A commitment to high quality continued professional development;
• Practice informed by evidence-based research;
• High quality, personalised CPD opportunities for all staff;
• An opportunity to be part of a collaborative Multi Academy Trust and work alongside a range of outstanding teachers, practitioners and professionals.

Salary:

NJC scale point A3, £17,481 per annum (£25,614 FTE)

Working Hours:

(Monday to Friday, 08.45 – 15.15 with a 30-minute lunch break) for 39 weeks per year.

How to apply

If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and want to be part of a supportive, collaborative team, we would love to hear from you!

Please see the job description for further details regarding these posts.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 @ 09.00
Interview date: Monday, 19 October 2026
Start date: Monday, 2 November 2026

The application form can be downloaded below and completed applications should be sent to:
 

HR Department
Riviera Education Trust
Oldway Primary School, Higher Polsham Road, Paignton, TQ3 2SY

Email address: applications@rivieraet.co.uk 

Please note, in line with our Safer Recruitment policy, references will be requested after shortlisting as part of the selection process.

Riviera Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils. As this post meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and references before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.