PPA Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay scale

Support from education consultant

Potential longer-term opportunities

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated PPA Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Leyland for a September 2026 start. The role is full-time for a term with potential extension, and involves planning, delivering across year groups, and covering PPA time.

The ideal candidate holds QTS, has primary teaching experience, strong classroom management, and excellent communication. Opportunities for longer-term or permanent placement may arise.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching across the primary age range, including placements for ECTs.
• Demonstrates strong classroom management and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons across year groups in line with the National Curriculum.
• Cover classes during PPA time and maintain high standards of learning.
• Assess, monitor, and support pupil progress.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment and build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
• Attend staff meetings and school events as required.

Skills

QTS

Primary teaching

Classroom management

Education

QTS certification

Job description

PPA Teacher - Leyland September 2026 Start

PPA Teacher
Location: Leyland
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, initially for one term (with the potential to be extended)
Salary: M1-M6 (dependent on experience)

Are you a passionate and dedicated PPA Teacher looking for your next opportunity this September?

We are working with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Leyland that is seeking an enthusiastic PPA Teacher to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a full-time role for the Autumn Term, with the possibility of the position being extended as the school is considering recruiting on a longer-term basis.

Whether you're an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to develop your teaching experience or an experienced teacher seeking a fresh challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and creative lessons across different year groups in line with the National Curriculum.
• Cover classes while teachers are released for their PPA time.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of different pupils and abilities.
• Assess, monitor, and support pupil progress.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Establish strong relationships with pupils and maintain effective classroom management.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers and colleagues to ensure consistency and the best outcomes for pupils.
• Attend staff meetings, parents' evenings, and other school events as required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has experience teaching across the primary age range, including placements for ECTs.
• Is confident teaching different year groups and adapting quickly to new classrooms.
• Demonstrates strong classroom management skills.
• Is committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is flexible, enthusiastic, and able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay in line with the M1-M6 teacher pay scale.
• A supportive and welcoming school environment.
• The opportunity to gain experience across different year groups.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunity for the role to become a longer-term or permanent position.

If you're looking for a rewarding PPA teaching role in Leyland with the potential for longer-term opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.