PPA Teacher

Dunbar Education; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Northampton is looking for a passionate PPA Teacher who loves teaching without the burdens of planning and admin. The role involves delivering tailored lessons across different year groups, focusing on creating a nurturing environment. Flexible working options and a supportive atmosphere are offered, ensuring you can enjoy a rewarding teaching experience.

Benefits

On-site parking

Staff wellbeing perks

Access to professional development (CPD)

Flexible working options

No after-hours marking or admin

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS essential.
• Experience teaching across all year groups in the UK primary school setting.
• Confident and enthusiastic approach to teaching multiple year groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, pre-planned lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
• Provide high-quality teaching in the absence of class teachers.
• Work collaboratively with staff for smooth transitions between lessons.

Skills

Adaptability

Collaboration

Engagement

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

LOVE teaching however don't want to plan or have additional teaching respsonsibilies?

Are you a passionate and adaptable teacher looking for a rewarding role? Do you enjoy delivering high-quality lessons across a variety of year groups without the pressures of marking, meetings, or admin overload?

If so, we'd love to hear from you.

About the school
This is a friendly, inclusive, and well-resourced primary school in Northampton, committed to providing a nurturing and inspiring environment for all children. As part of a supportive and collaborative teaching team, you'll be free to focus on what you love most: teaching.

The Role
As a PPA Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and pre-planned lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2

• Provide consistent, high-quality teaching in the absence of class teachers during their PPA time

• Work collaboratively with staff to ensure a smooth transition between lessons and teachers

• Inspire children to be curious, creative, and confident learners

What We Offer

• No planning required - all lessons and resources are fully provided

• No after-hours marking or admin

• Flexible working options - full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle

• Work-life balance focus - no regular meetings or evening commitments

• Supportive SLT and friendly staff culture

• Opportunities to specialise in subjects like PE, Music, Art, or Computing if desired

• Well-behaved pupils and positive parent engagement

• Access to CPD and professional development (optional)

• On-site parking and staff wellbeing perks

We're Looking For

• A qualified teacher (QTS essential)

• Experience teaching across all year groups in a UK primary school setting

• A confident, adaptable, and enthusiastic approach to covering multiple year groups

• Someone who enjoys a variety-filled day and thrives in a team environment

Ready to enjoy teaching again without the extra workload?

Apply today or get in touch for an informal chat!

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Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.