PPA Cover Teacher

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Dallimore Primary & Nursery School in Derbyshire is inviting applications from enthusiastic teachers to provide PPA cover across Key Stage 2, joining a friendly and supportive team.

The post is 0.44 FTE with payment for the teacher's own statutory PPA time. It is offered on a fixed-term basis until 31 August 2027, with potential for future extension and opportunities for additional hours. Provisional interview date: 23 October 2026.

Responsibilities

• Provide PPA cover across Key Stage 2.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour and learning.
• Contribute to a well-organised curriculum and school life.

Skills

PPA cover

KS2

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Job description

Closing date: 20 October 2026

Dallimore Primary & Nursery School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated and highly motivated teacher to join our friendly and supportive team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner to provide PPA cover across Key Stage 2, working alongside experienced colleagues in a welcoming and inclusive school community.

The post is 0.44 FTE, with the salary including payment for the teacher's own statutory PPA time. The preferred working days are Wednesday and Thursday, although there may be flexibility for the right candidate.

We are looking for someone who:

• Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
• Has high expectations of behaviour and learning
• Demonstrates strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Has secure subject knowledge across the primary curriculum
• Works collaboratively as part of a team and contributes positively to school life

The position is offered on a fixed-term basis until 31 August 2027, with the potential for this to become a permanent position in the future.

There may also be opportunities for additional paid hours or responsibilities for candidates who would be interested in further work within the school.

In return, we offer:

• A friendly, welcoming and supportive working environment
• Dedicated and hardworking staff who work well as a team
• Well-behaved pupils who are eager to learn
• A well-organised and well-resourced curriculum
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development

If you are a committed teacher who can inspire and motivate pupils while maintaining high expectations, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Provisional Interview Date: 23 October 2026