PPA Cover Teacher

Supply Desk; Rochester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated PPA Cover Teacher in Rochester for a flexible role in a well-regarded primary school. The position requires Qualified Teacher Status and offers competitive pay of £163 to £223 per day based on experience. Candidates will deliver planned lessons across EYFS to Year 6, manage class behaviour, and ensure a supportive learning environment. Full-time or part-time options available from September 2025, with the possibility of extension.

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Flexible working options

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Experience teaching across primary key stages, including EYFS.
• Confident delivering PE and adaptable in school settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across EYFS to Year 6.
• Manage behaviour and promote a positive learning environment.
• Provide consistent presence across different year groups.

Skills

Teaching adaptability

Communication

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

PPA Cover Teacher (EYFS – Key Stage 2)

Location: Rochester, Medway
Salary: £163 - £223 per day (dependent on experience)
Hours: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Contract: Full-time or part-time, long-term from September 2025 (initially until Christmas, with potential to extend)

Are you a qualified teacher looking for a flexible and rewarding PPA cover role across the primary key stages?
Are you confident teaching from EYFS to Key Stage 2, including PE?
Do you live in Medway and want to work in a supportive school environment where consistency and relationships are valued?

We are working in partnership with a well-regarded Rochester-based primary school known for its inclusive ethos and diverse student community. The school is seeking a dedicated and engaging PPA Cover Teacher who can provide consistent teaching across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2.

This role offers flexibility – the school is open to full-time or part-time candidates – and will begin in September 2025, initially until Christmas, with potential for extension.

About the Role:

• Delivering pre-planned lessons across different year groups as part of PPA cover
• Leading classes from EYFS through to Year 6, including teaching PE
• Managing behaviour and promoting a positive learning environment
• Feeding back to class teachers and contributing to ongoing pupil progress
• Providing reliable and consistent presence, which is especially important for the children

Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Have experience teaching across primary key stages, ideally including EYFS
• Be confident delivering a range of subjects, including PE
• Be adaptable, proactive, and resilient in a dynamic school setting
• Be a strong communicator and team player
• Be committed to safeguarding and inclusion
• Be eligible to work in the UK (valid visa required)

In Return, You’ll Receive:

• A supportive leadership team and a collaborative staff culture
• Flexible working options (full or part-time)
• Competitive daily pay: £163 - £223 per day, depending on experience
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A long-term placement in a welcoming and well-respected local school

Interested? Call us on 01634 404876
Or visit www.supplydesk.co.uk to browse our current vacancies in the Kent area.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service, in line with Safer Recruitment standards.

Supply Desk is an REC Gold Standard agency – placing us in the top 10% of education recruitment providers in the UK!