Oldway Primary School is a popular and thriving school at the heart of the local community in Paignton, South Devon. With approximately 600 pupils on roll, we are a large and vibrant primary school, supported by an experienced and dedicated team of staff who are passionate about providing the very best learning experiences for our children.

We are proud to be part of Riviera Education Trust, a multi-academy trust comprising three local primary schools: Oldway Primary School, Roselands Primary School and Shiphay Learning Academy. Through close collaboration, shared expertise and a commitment to educational excellence, we work together to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive and is well-prepared for the next stage of their education.

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and creative Classroom Teacher to join our Lower Key Stage 2 team on a fixed-term basis to provide maternity cover from February 2027, with an anticipated end date of August 2027.

We are looking for a teacher who is:

• Highly motivated, enthusiastic and creative in their approach to teaching and learning 
• Committed to delivering high-quality teaching and achieving the best possible outcomes for every child 
• Able to demonstrate they have high expectations of themselves and the children they teach 
• Can create a stimulating, engaging and inclusive learning environment 
• Able to work effectively as part of a hardworking, supportive and friendly team 
• Keen to collaborate with colleagues to plan high-quality lessons across the curriculum 
• 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 

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a welcoming and ambitious school where collaboration, creativity and high expectations are at the heart of everything we do.

Whether you are an Early Career Teacher beginning your teaching journey or an experienced teacher looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

The role is offered on a fixed-term basis to provide maternity cover. There may be opportunities for continued employment within the school or Trust beyond the fixed-term period. However, this cannot be guaranteed.

Further information about the role can be found in the accompanying Job Description.

We warmly welcome visits to the school and are happy to offer informal conversations about the role. This is a great opportunity to learn more about Oldway Primary School, meet our team and experience our school community first-hand.

To arrange a visit or an informal discussion with the Headteacher, please contact the school office on 01803 557190.

Application Deadline:  Thursday 19 November at 9:00am
Interview Date:  w/c 30 November 2026    
Start Date:  February 2027

The application form can be found 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.