PPA Cover / HLTA - Jan 2026

Tradewind Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced HLTA or unqualified teacher for a full-time PPA cover role in Slough, starting January 2026 and lasting until July 2026. You will deliver lessons across multiple year groups, manage classroom behaviour, and ensure a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates should have confidence in teaching and adapting to various classroom settings, with competitive pay of £100-£120 per day.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

On-site parking

Inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Confident in managing whole classes independently.
• Ability to adapt to different year groups and subjects.
• Capable of following teacher plans.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons for teachers' PPA time.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Support pupils' learning and progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Adaptability

Engaging lesson delivery

Education

Experience as HLTA or unqualified teacher

Job description

HLTA / PPA Cover - Slough Full-time | January 2026 start | Long-term until July 2026 | £100-£120 per day (PAYE)

Tradewind Recruitment are working with a large 3-form entry primary school in Slough who are seeking an experienced HLTA or unqualified teacher to provide PPA cover across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 from January 2026 until the end of the academic year.

About the School

This is a well-established mainstream primary school with a supportive leadership team and a strong sense of community. The school offers modern classrooms, extensive outdoor spaces and on-site parking, and is easily accessible by public transport. Staff enjoy a friendly, inclusive working environment where professional development is encouraged.

About the Role

You will take on PPA cover across a range of classes, following teacher plans and ensuring high-quality teaching and learning. The ideal candidate will be confident managing whole classes independently and able to adapt to different year groups and subjects. Responsibilities include :

Responsibilities

• Delivering engaging lessons to cover teachers' PPA time across the school.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Supporting pupils' learning and progress across a...