PPA Class teacher

Zest are seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and adaptable PPA Class Teacher to join our welcoming primary school in Erdington from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a flexible practitioner who enjoys variety and is committed to delivering high-quality teaching across the primary phase. The successful candidate will provide cover for Planning, Preparation and Assessment (PPA) time, working across a range of year groups to ensure continuity and consistency in pupils’ learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2
• Follow pre-planned lessons and adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners
• Maintain a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment
• Implement the school’s behaviour and safeguarding policies consistently
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and support staff
• Provide feedback on pupil progress where appropriate

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Is confident teaching across the primary age range (applications from ECTs are welcome)
• Is adaptable, organised and able to quickly establish positive relationships
• Has high expectations of pupil behaviour, engagement and achievement
• Is a committed team player with strong communication skills
• Is passionate about inclusion and supporting all learners

We Offer:

• Friendly, enthusiastic and diverse pupils
• A supportive, welcoming and collaborative staff team
• Strong leadership with a focus on staff wellbeing
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development
• A well-resourced and inclusive learning environment

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Sarah at [email removed] or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

The role advertised is for temporary supply work.

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