PPA Cover Teacher

Irby Primary School; Parkgate; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Irby Primary School is seeking an excellent classroom practitioner to join our team as a PPA Cover Teacher. You will deliver high-quality, engaging lessons across Key Stage 1 and Lower Key Stage 2 (Years 1–4) on Monday and Tuesday afternoons.

This role is suitable for an ECT or teacher on the main pay scale who values variety and a creative curriculum, working with enthusiastic staff and happy pupils in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold QTS and be on the main pay scale or an ECT.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised, flexible, and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across Years 1–4 during PPA time.
• Create a positive learning environment where pupils feel safe and valued.
• Adapt teaching to suit KS1 and KS2 and provide feedback to class teachers.
• Maintain strong classroom management in line with school policy.

Skills

Communication skills

Organised

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

QTS

Job description

Irby Primary School is part of Oak Trees Multi Academy Trust, which consists of 13 schools on the Wirral Peninsula. Irby Primary School is a happy and successful one form entry school with enthusiastic, highly motivated, friendly and happy staff and children.

We are seeking an excellent classroom practitioner to join our team as a PPA Cover Teacher. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging lessons across Key Stage 1 and Lower Key Stage 2 (Years 1, 2, 3, and 4) on Monday and Tuesday afternoons

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ECT or main pay scale Teacher who enjoys variety and is passionate about delivering a creative curriculum.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver pre-planned, high-quality lessons across Years 1, 2, 3, and 4 during teacher PPA time.
• Establish a purposeful, positive learning environment where all children feel safe, valued, and motivated.
• Adapt teaching styles quickly and effectively to suit the different age groups and learning needs within Key Stage 1 and Lower Key Stage 2.
• Maintain excellent classroom management and uphold the school's behaviour policy consistently.
• Provide constructive feedback to class teachers regarding pupil progress, engagement, and any notable achievements or concerns.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Is an ECT or currently on the main pay scale.
• Has a strong understanding of the National Curriculum requirements for both KS1 and KS2.
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build quick rapport with pupils and staff.
• Is highly organised, flexible, and proactive.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please email: [e-mail] or call 0151 648 2944 to book in.

Previous applicants need not apply please.

Irby Primary School is an Academy which is part of the Oak Trees Multi Academy Trust.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure and will follow a stringent vetting and induction process.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.