PPA Cover Teacher - Crawley

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational recruitment agency is seeking a PPA Cover Teacher for a primary school in Crawley. This part-time role involves delivering engaging lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 while maintaining classroom continuity. The ideal candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status, possess strong classroom management skills, and be committed to creating an inclusive learning environment. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Proven classroom experience in primary education.
• Strong understanding of EYFS, KS1, and KS2 National Curriculum.
• Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
• Ensure smooth classroom transitions and continuity of learning.
• Manage behaviour effectively in the classroom.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Adapting teaching styles

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

PPA Cover Teacher – Crawley
Location: Crawley
Salary: Paid to Scale – London Fringe
Contract Type: Part-Time
Start Date: Immediately

About the School

This welcoming primary school in Crawley is dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where both pupils and staff can thrive. The school promotes high expectations and values creativity, curiosity, and kindness at the heart of its ethos. With strong leadership and an emphasis on collaboration, the staff team works closely to ensure every child receives a well-rounded education that supports academic achievement, emotional well-being, and personal growth. The school also benefits from a strong SEN provision, offering tailored support for pupils with additional needs.

About the Role

The school is seeking a confident and adaptable PPA Cover Teacher to provide high-quality teaching across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 classes. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who enjoys variety, classroom flexibility, and the chance to make an impact across the whole school. You’ll be delivering engaging lessons that maintain consistency and continuity of learning while class teachers are on planning, preparation, and assessment time.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 that follow the school’s curriculum plans.
• Ensure smooth classroom transitions and continuity of learning in the absence of the class teacher.
• Manage behaviour effectively, maintaining a calm and purposeful learning environment.
• Adapt teaching styles to suit the needs of different age groups and abilities.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers and support staff to ensure consistency in pupil progress.
• Contribute to school life, participating in staff meetings, planning sessions, and training as required.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and proven classroom experience in primary education.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS, KS1, and KS2 National Curriculum.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different year groups and maintain high teaching standards.
• Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment for all pupils.
• Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK, provide a full CV with references, and hold (or be willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service. For more information or to register your interest in the ‘PPA Cover Teacher – Crawley’ role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch to discuss the next steps.