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PPA Cover teacher
- Posted: 21-01-2026
- Category: Primary Teachers
- Location: Birmingham
- Type: Full-time / Contract
- Salary: £150 - £240 per day
One Form Entry Primary School
We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Primary Teacher to provide PPA cover in Year 2, covering a period of maternity leave, in a friendly one form entry primary school.
This role is ideal for a teacher who has completed their ECT and is confident delivering high-quality teaching in Key Stage 1, with a particular focus on Year 2.
Key Details:
- Role: Year 2 PPA Cover Teacher (Maternity Cover)
- Contract: Fixed-term (maternity cover)
- Pay: In line with teacher pay scale (MPS)
- Start: As soon as possible (or by agreement)
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Have completed their ECT
- Be UK trained and UK experienced
- Have recent experience teaching in KS1, ideally Year 2
- Demonstrate strong classroom management and effective behaviour strategies
- Be committed to delivering engaging, inclusive lessons that support pupil progress
- Work collaboratively with class teachers and support staff
- Only UK-trained teachers with UK classroom experience will be considered
- Overseas qualifications or experience cannot be accepted
We offer a welcoming school community, supportive staff team, and well-behaved pupils who are keen to learn.
To apply:
Please submit your CV outlining your suitability for the role, or contact myself via email demi-leigh@smile-education.co.uk
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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