Primary School Teachers

TeacherActive Ltd; Ebbw Vale; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a qualified PPA Cover Teacher for an English-medium primary school in Ebbw Vale. The role starts January 2027, full-time and long-term, delivering engaging lessons during PPA time and maintaining positive classrooms while promoting Welsh language and ethos.

Candidates with QTS (NQTs welcome), Welsh language ability, and strong classroom management are encouraged to apply. On-site position with supportive consultants and onboarding processes.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required; NQTs welcome to apply.
• Basic or fluent Welsh language skills or willingness to develop Welsh.
• Experience teaching in a primary school setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Curriculum for Wales and related expectations.
• Excellent classroom management and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons during teachers' PPA time.
• Maintain positive, well-managed classroom environments.
• Incorporate Welsh language into daily learning to support Welsh ethos.

Skills

QTS

Welsh language

Primary teaching

Curriculum for Wales knowledge

Classroom management

Job description

Are you a qualified PPA Cover Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity in Ebbw Vale?

Do you have strong classroom management skills and the ability to deliver engaging lessons across different year groups?

Are you a fluent or basic Welsh speaker who is passionate about promoting the Welsh language and enhancing the Welsh ethos within a school?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with an English-medium school based in Ebbw Vale that is looking to appoint a dedicated PPA Cover Teacher. The school is committed to promoting the Welsh language and strengthening its Welsh ethos, creating an environment where pupils are encouraged to develop their Welsh language skills and appreciation of Welsh culture.

The school is looking to take on an enthusiastic PPA Cover Teacher from January 2027 on a full-time, long-term basis. The successful PPA Cover Teacher will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons during teachers' Planning, Preparation and Assessment (PPA) time, maintaining positive classroom environments and incorporating Welsh language into everyday learning to support the school's Welsh ethos.

The successful PPA Cover Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status / QTS (NQTs are also welcome to apply)
• Basic or fluent Welsh language skills
• Experience teaching within a primary school setting
• Strong knowledge of the Curriculum for Wales
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• A positive, adaptable approach with a passion for promoting the Welsh language

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.