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PPA Cover Teacher

  • Posted: 08-12-2025
  • Category: Primary Teachers
  • Location: Birmingham
  • Type: Full-time / Contract
  • Salary: £150 - £190 per day
PPA Cover Teacher – Key Stage 1
Location: Birmingham, B8 2RA
Contract: Term-time / PPA Cover
Pay: In line with the national teacher pay scale

Are you an enthusiastic and adaptable primary teacher looking for a rewarding role in a supportive and well-established Birmingham school? We are seeking a dedicated Key Stage 1 PPA Cover Teacher to join our friendly team and help deliver excellent learning experiences across multiple classes.

About the School Situated in the heart of Birmingham (B8 2RA), our community-focused primary school is known for:
  • A welcoming, inclusive atmosphere with a strong commitment to equality and diversity
  • High expectations for behaviour, learning, and personal development
  • A motivated staff team who work collaboratively to deliver a rich, engaging curriculum
  • Positive relationships with families and the local community
  • A recent inspection recognising strong leadership, effective teaching, and a nurturing environment
The Role We are looking for a confident, flexible teacher to provide PPA cover across Key Stage 1. Your role will include:
  • Delivering engaging, well-structured lessons across Year 1 and Year 2
  • Ensuring continuity of learning so that every pupil makes progress
  • Creating a calm, positive classroom environment
  • Working closely with class teachers and support staff
  • Upholding the school’s values of respect, ambition, and inclusion
About You To be successful, you will:
  • Hold QTS (or equivalent)
  • Have experience teaching in Key Stage 1
  • Be organised, adaptable, and able to step into different classes with confidence
  • Have strong behaviour management and excellent communication skills
  • Be committed to providing high-quality learning opportunities for all children
Why Join Us?
  • Supportive leadership team
  • Friendly, collaborative colleagues
  • A well-organised curriculum and clear planning support
  • A warm, community-driven atmosphere
  • A role that offers variety, professional growth, and the chance to make a real impact
If you’re a motivated primary teacher seeking a fresh challenge in a thriving school community in Birmingham (B8 2RA), we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’re the right fit for this role or apply via CV Library.

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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