PPA Teacher

Role: PPA Teacher (Planning, preparation, and assessment)

Location: Buckingham (Buckinghamshire)

Part-time- Full-time

Start: September 2024

Supply Desk is seeking are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic PPA Cover Teacher to join a Primary school in the Buckingham area (Buckinghamshire). As a PPA Cover Teacher, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the continuity of learning for our students during the regular teachers' PPA time. You will work with various age groups and subjects, providing support and guidance to maintain a positive learning environment.

The school:

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking primary school in Buckingham area. The school is committed to fostering a learning environment where high expectations and personalised learning meet, preparing every child to conquer future challenges. Celebrating uniqueness and promoting British Values, nurturing compassionate, respectful, and responsible global individuals.

The role and responsibilities:

• Supervise and engage students in meaningful learning activities during the regular teachers' PPA time.
• Follow lesson plans or use pre-prepared materials provided by the regular teachers.
• Ensure students' safety and well-being at all times.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a respectful and inclusive environment.
• Provide assistance to students with their assigned tasks and answer their questions.
• Report any significant issues or concerns to the school staff or administration.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to support student's academic and personal development.

The ideal candidate: 

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field (or equivalent qualification).
• Prior experience working with children or in an educational setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to different subjects and age groups.
• Patience, flexibility, and a passion for supporting students' learning journeys.
• A positive and proactive attitude towards education and student development.

If you would like to hear more about this exciting opportunity, then please give us a call on (phone number removed) or email your up to date CV to (url removed)

Supply Desk is working in partnership with several Local Authorities and represent a host of opportunities in the boroughs of Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. In addition to top rates of pay, and a commitment to your professional development, we can offer you a pension contribution scheme and a dedicated consultant to support you every step of the way.

Due to the overwhelming response to online advertising, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Supply Desk offer a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ for anyone who introduces a teacher/teaching assistant. Get in touch for further details.

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 (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.