PPA Teacher
Job description
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic PPA Cover Teacher to join our friendly primary school team. This role involves delivering high-quality lessons across all year groups, ensuring continuity of learning during teachers’ Planning, Preparation and Assessment (PPA) time.
You will have the opportunity to teach a variety of subjects, adapt to different classroom environments, and make a positive impact on pupils’ progress and wellbeing.
Job Title: PPA Cover Teacher
Location: Colne
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: £120 - £150 per day
Starting date: Monday 5th January 2026 or ASAP
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging lessons across the primary curriculum during PPA cover.
- Maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Follow school policies on behaviour management and safeguarding.
- Work collaboratively with class teachers and support staff to ensure smooth transitions.
- Assess and record pupil progress where required.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Experience teaching across primary phases.
- Strong classroom management and adaptability.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What We Offer
- A supportive and welcoming school community.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- A varied and rewarding role across different year groups.
To apply, please attach your CV, outlining all your relevant teaching experience.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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