PPA Cover Teacher

PPA Cover Teacher - Doncaster Are you a primary teacher looking for flexible teaching work across different year groups? Academics are currently recruiting for a PPA Cover Teacher to work across primary schools…

Pay rate £130 – £190/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 3 September 2026

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PPA Cover Teacher - Doncaster

Are you a primary teacher looking for flexible teaching work across different year groups?

Academics are currently recruiting for a PPA Cover Teacher to work across primary schools throughout Doncaster. This role is ideal for a qualified teacher who enjoys variety and is confident teaching across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

Position: PPA Cover Teacher
Location: Doncaster
Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply
Pay: £130 - £190 per day (dependent on experience, training, qualifications and client rate available, paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees, inclusive of holiday pay)
Start Date: ASAP / September

About the Role

As a PPA Cover Teacher, you will provide planned cover for teachers across a range of primary schools in Doncaster. You may teach different year groups throughout the week, making this a great opportunity for a PPA Cover Teacher who enjoys working with pupils from Early Years through to Year 6.

The PPA Cover Teacher will deliver lessons using existing school planning and ensure pupils remain engaged and supported throughout the school day. Experience across different primary year groups would be highly beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver planned lessons across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
Provide PPA and general classroom cover
Follow school planning and curriculum requirements
Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment
Manage behaviour effectively and consistently
Support pupils with their learning and development
Adapt teaching approaches for different year groups
Work collaboratively with teachers and school staffCandidate Requirements

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience teaching within a primary school
Confidence teaching across different primary year groups
Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
Flexible and adaptable approach
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
Good knowledge of the primary curriculumWhat Academics Offer

Flexible PPA Cover Teacher opportunities across Doncaster
Competitive daily rates
Variety of primary schools and year groups
Potential long-term and permanent opportunities
Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
ASAP / flexible start dates
Up to £125 Love2Shop vouchers through our refer-a-friend schemeIf you are a PPA Cover Teacher looking for varied and flexible teaching opportunities in Doncaster, apply today. Academics can provide temporary ongoing supply work across Doncaster, with opportunities to work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

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