The Riviera Education Trust is a multi-academy trust comprising three primary schools:
Oldway Primary School, Roselands Primary School, and Shiphay Learning Academy.

While each school serves its own unique community, we share a common aim: to provide an excellent education that prepares children for life beyond school. We are committed to improving life chances for every child, regardless of background or ability, through continuous reflection and improvement.

We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Classroom Teachers (Main Pay Scale) to join our schools from September 2026.

We are looking for teachers who:

• are highly motivated, enthusiastic and creative in their approach to teaching and learning;
• are committed to delivering high-quality teaching and achieving the best possible outcomes for every child;
• have high expectations of themselves and the children they teach;
• can create a stimulating, engaging and inclusive learning environment;
• work effectively as part of a hardworking, supportive and friendly team;
• are keen to collaborate with colleagues to plan high-quality lessons across the curriculum;
• are reflective practitioners who are committed to developing their own practice.

We can offer you:

• Happy, enthusiastic and creative children and colleagues;
• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school ethos;
• A positive and dedicated team focused on improving outcomes for all children;
• A strong commitment to high-quality professional development;
• Evidence-informed CPD opportunities for all staff;
• The opportunity to be part of a collaborative Multi Academy Trust, working alongside a range of skilled practitioners and professionals;
• Opportunities for career development within the Trust.

The positions

We are recruiting for the following positions:
Post 1: 1 × Full-time, Fixed Term (01/09/2026 – 31/08/2027)
Posts 2 & 3: 2 × Full-time, Maternity Cover (from 01/09/2026 - TBC)
Posts 4 & 5: 2 × Part-time (0.4), Fixed Term (01/09/2026 – 31/08/2027)

The school this role will be based at will be confirmed prior to the start date.

Salary will be dependent upon skills, qualifications and experience. Please see the job description below for further details regarding these posts.

Apply

Please state clearly on your application form which position(s) you will be applying for.

Application Deadline: Thursday 30 April 2026 (9:00am)
Interview Date: Thursday 7 May 2026 (interviews will be held at Oldway Primary School)
Start Date: 1 September 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: 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.