Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher looking for an exciting opportunity to inspire young minds? Roselands Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic educator to join our supportive team on a full-time, fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. This role is likely to be based in one of our Reception classes, although this may be subject to change depending on the needs of the school.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who is committed to helping every child achieve their full potential while fostering a love for learning. The successful candidate will be part of a vibrant, inclusive school community and will work alongside a supportive and dedicated team.

At Roselands, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming and inclusive school, committed to providing a safe, happy, and stimulating environment for our pupils. Our goal is to equip students with the skills and knowledge they need to become successful learners, confident individuals, and responsible citizens. As part of the Riviera Education Trust, which includes Shiphay Learning Academy and Oldway Primary School, we collaborate to offer exceptional educational experiences across all three schools.

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 for a teacher who:

• brings motivation, enthusiasm, and creativity to their teaching;
• is committed to delivering the highest quality learning experiences and ensuring the best possible outcomes for every child;
• sets high expectations for themselves and the children they work with;
• creates a high-quality, stimulating, interactive, and creative learning environment;
• works effectively within our hard-working, talented, and friendly school team;
• enjoys collaborating with colleagues to plan engaging, high-quality lessons;
• reflects on their practice and is dedicated to ongoing professional growth;
• values the development of the whole child and offers skills or interests that enhance extra-curricular opportunities for pupils.

We can offer you:

• Happy, enthusiastic, creative children and colleagues;
• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school ethos;
• A hard-working, positive team who are dedicated to improving the lives of children and ensuring every child achieves their full potential;
• A commitment to high quality continued professional development;
• Practice informed by full, evidence-based CPD opportunities for all our staff;
• An opportunity to be part of a collaborative Multi Academy Trust and work alongside a range of outstanding teachers, practitioners and professionals;
• Opportunities to develop your career within our Trust.

We welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers and experienced educators. If you're passionate about making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

The position details are as follows:

Hours:  32.5 hours per week
Contract:  Fixed-term (Maternity cover)
Start Date: 1 September 2025
End Date:  31 August 2026 (subject to change) 
Deadline for applications:  Tuesday 22 April 2025@ 09.00
Interview date:  Wednesday, 30 April 2025

Salary will be in accordance with the Teachers Pay Spine, dependent upon qualifications and experience. Further details are included in the Job Description and Person Specification.

We warmly welcome visits! To arrange a tour and see our school in action, please contact Roselands Primary School at 01803 525375 to book an appointment.

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.