14 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    23 November 2026

  • Closing date

    8 October 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    24 September 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time (Can be done as a job share): 32.5 hours per week - Monday - Friday

Contract type

Fixed term - 10 Months - November 2026 - August 2027 - Maternity or parental leave cover

Pay scale

Main Pay Scale M1 - M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Classroom Teacher to join Oldway Primary School from November 2026 with an anticipated end date of August 2027. The successful candidate is likely to be teaching in Lower Key Stage 2.

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

What the school offers its staff

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 what 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.

Salary will be in accordance with the Main Pay Range for teachers, dependent upon qualifications and experience.

This role is initially offered as a fixed-term contract (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 job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Oldway Primary School

Organisation type
Academy, ages 2 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
Size
598 pupils enrolled
Age range
2 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01803 557 190

Oldway is a popular school which serves the local community in Paignton, South Devon. With 684 pupils on roll, we are a large primary school. We have an extensive and experienced workforce, a great deal of expertise, and provide a vibrant learning experience for our pupils. Oldway Primary School is part of the Riviera Education Trust which is a multi-academy trust consisting of three local primary schools.

Led by a proactive and dedicated Head, we take pride in helping teachers to grow; enabling collaborative working with colleagues, and a supportive working environment. We work in collaboration with Roselands Primary School and Shiphay Learning Academy in order to benefit all of 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.

Arranging a visit to Oldway Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email personnel@rivieraet.co.uk.

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