PPA Cover Teacher
Transparency Education
Position: PPA Cover Teacher
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Temporary
Start Date: 8th September 2026
Location: Lambeth, London, UK
Salary: £160 – £200 per day (M1 – UPS3)
Daily rate will be determined based on experience and equivalent placement on the Main Pay Range, up to UPS3 for candidates with substantial teaching experience.
Hours of work: 8.30am – 4.00pm, Monday to Friday (term time only).
Enjoy variety in your teaching week? A busy primary school in Lambeth is looking for a confident PPA Cover Teacher to work across a range of classes and year groups.
About the Role:
We are recruiting on behalf of a busy, well-organised primary school in Lambeth for a versatile PPA Cover Teacher to release class teachers for their planning, preparation and assessment time, on a full-time, long-term temporary basis.
This role suits a confident, adaptable teacher who enjoys variety and can build rapport with pupils and staff quickly across different classes and year groups, from EYFS through to Year 6.
Key Responsibilities:
• Delivering high-quality, pre-planned or self-planned lessons across a range of year groups and subjects
• Maintaining consistent behaviour management and routines across different classes
• Liaising closely with class teachers to ensure continuity of learning
• Feeding back on pupil engagement, progress, and any welfare or behavioural concerns
• Marking work and updating assessment records in line with school policy
• Building positive relationships with pupils across the whole school, not just a single class
Requirements:
To be eligible for this role and the stated rate of pay, applicants must have:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching across a range of primary year groups
• Strong subject knowledge across the primary curriculum
• Confident behaviour management and the ability to adapt quickly between classes
• Excellent organisational skills
• The right to work in the UK
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one)
What the School Can Offer:
• A varied teaching timetable across different year groups
• A well-organised school with clear planning and resources in place
• A friendly, supportive staff team
• Strong daily rate reflecting your experience
• Good transport links across Lambeth and into central London
Why work via Transparency Education?
Transparency Education is a widely recognised education recruitment company, offering excellent support and professional development for teachers and support staff. We offer:
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.
• A £150 ‘refer a friend’ bonus once your referral has worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), ensuring equal pay to a permanent employee.
• Access to a wide range of CPD training from our in-house team of experienced senior leaders.
Application Process: If you meet the criteria, please apply below or contact us directly. All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training; teacher roles require a formally recognised teaching qualification.
If you are not contacted within 2 working days, you have unfortunately been unsuccessful. We will retain your CV and continue to support your search for work in education.
Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to equality and challenging discrimination, and to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.
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