PPA Cover Teacher in Silvertown
Posted by Operam Education
£150 – £220 a day
Silvertown · Part Time
Location: Newham, East London
Type: Part-time / Sessional (PPA cover)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Ongoing / Term-time only
Are you a qualified Primary Teacher who enjoys delivering engaging lessons and building strong relationships with classes across the school?
We are working with a supportive primary school in Newham that is looking for a PPA Cover Teacher to deliver high-quality teaching during teachers’ planning, preparation, and assessment time. This is an excellent opportunity for a reflective and resilient teacher who wants to become a valued member of the school community.
As an agency, we know the right school makes all the difference. This school is looking for a teacher who is confident, adaptable, and able to deliver well-structured lessons that keep pupils engaged and making progress.
Why you’ll love this opportunity
- A friendly, inclusive, and supportive primary school
- Clear expectations and strong support from senior leaders
- A rewarding role where you can see the impact of your teaching every day
- Regular, timetabled PPA sessions across key stages
- Opportunities to build relationships with different year groups and classes
- A school that values its staff and recognises the vital role teachers play
- A welcoming environment where every child is encouraged to succeed
- Potential for additional cover work or longer-term opportunities
- Planning and delivering engaging lessons during PPA time across the primary curriculum
- Following provided plans or adapting lessons to meet the needs of different classes
- Monitoring and assessing pupils’ progress and providing clear feedback
- Implementing effective behaviour management strategies in a calm and consistent way
- Encouraging independence, confidence, and a love of learning
- Working closely with class teachers, TAs, and senior staff
- Contributing to a positive, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment
- Supporting pupils during lessons and, where required, break times
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- Experience teaching in a primary setting (NQTs/RQTs welcome to apply)
- A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to build strong, positive relationships with children
- A calm and consistent approach to behaviour
- The confidence to work independently while also being a strong team player
- A genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential
- One-to-one support from a dedicated and experienced education consultant
- Free accredited safeguarding training as part of your registration
- Referral bonuses available: £150 for referring a TA/support worker, £300 for referring a teacher (T&Cs apply)
- A highly trusted agency with an excellent 4.8* Google rating
- Operam Education Group includes: Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement.
Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
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