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PPA Cover Teacher
- Posted: 19-12-2025
- Category: Primary Teachers
- Location: Birmingham
- Type: Full-time / Contract
- Salary: £90 - £110 per day
Location: Birmingham, B42
Contract: Term-time / PPA Cover
Pay: In line with the national teacher pay scale
Are you a confident, enthusiastic, and adaptable primary teacher looking for a flexible role within a supportive school environment? We are seeking a dedicated Key Stage 2 PPA Cover Teacher to join a welcoming and well-established primary school in Birmingham (B42), delivering high-quality teaching across both lower and upper KS2.
This role is ideal for a teacher who enjoys variety, thrives in different classroom settings, and is committed to maintaining high standards of teaching and learning.
About the School
This community-focused primary school offers:
- A welcoming and inclusive environment where every child is valued
- High expectations for teaching quality, behaviour, and academic progress
- A collaborative and supportive staff team
- Strong pastoral care and positive relationships with families
- A nurturing, ambitious culture supported by effective leadership and a broad, engaging curriculum
As a Key Stage 2 PPA Cover Teacher, your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering well-planned, engaging lessons across Years 3 to 6
- Maintaining strong classroom routines and positive behaviour
- Supporting pupil progress during class teacher release time
- Working collaboratively with class teachers and support staff
- Upholding the school’s values of respect, ambition, and inclusion
- Ensuring continuity and consistency in teaching and learning
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised qualification
- Have experience teaching within Key Stage 2
- Be flexible, organised, and confident teaching across multiple year groups
- Demonstrate strong behaviour management and communication skills
- Be passionate about delivering high-quality teaching that engages and inspires pupils
- Supportive and approachable leadership team
- Friendly, dedicated staff who work collaboratively
- Clear planning structures and strong curriculum guidance
- A positive, community-centred school environment
- A varied role offering professional development and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact
Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your suitability for the position.
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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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