PPA Teacher

Overview

Job Title: Full-Time PPA Teacher (Years 5–8)

Location: Redditch

Start Date: October half term

Contract Type: Full-Time, Ongoing

Salary: MPS/UPS – suitable for ECTs

About the Role

Smile Education are proud to be supporting one of our fantastic partner schools in Redditch to recruit a full-time PPA Teacher. This role is the perfect opportunity for an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to gain broad experience across KS2 and lower KS3, teaching a variety of subjects without the added responsibility of planning.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging pre-prepared lessons across Years 5 to 8, allowing you to focus on developing your classroom practice, behaviour management, and confidence as a teacher.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons across a variety of subjects in Years 5–8.
• Manage classrooms effectively and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils in their academic, social, and emotional development.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the wider life of the school.
• Uphold the school’s policies and safeguarding procedures.

About You

• QTS status (or working towards – ideal for ECTs).
• Enthusiastic, adaptable, and keen to develop teaching practice.
• Confident in delivering lessons across a range of subjects.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to ensuring every pupil reaches their full potential.

Why This Role?

• No planning required – focus on your teaching and classroom delivery.
• Experience teaching across multiple year groups and subjects.
• Excellent opportunity for ECTs to build confidence in a supportive setting.
• Ongoing support from Smile Education and the school’s leadership team.

If you’re an enthusiastic ECT or qualified teacher looking to gain valuable experience across KS2–KS3 without the pressure of planning, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Smile Education for more details.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.