PPA Cover Teacher

PPA Cover Teacher - SEN Secondary School, Sheffield

Location: Specialist SEN setting, Sheffield
Start Date: Immediate start available through July 2027
Salary: Competitive daily rate (PAYE - no umbrella company deductions, based on experience) + holiday pay

Academics is looking for a versatile Teacher to provide PPA cover at a specialist SEN secondary school on a full-time basis, commencing as soon as possible. This position involves covering classes throughout Key Stages 3 and 4 within a secondary-style structure, giving you the chance to work across year groups and subjects while releasing permanent staff for their planning, preparation and assessment time.

The Role

You will deliver pre-planned lessons to pupils across KS3 and KS4 in an SEN environment, ensuring continuity of learning while class teachers are absent from the classroom. The successful candidate will be adaptable, confident in managing behaviour within a specialist provision, and able to build positive relationships quickly across different classes and key stages.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Provide PPA cover, enabling class teachers to complete planning and assessment
• Maintain continuity and progression in pupils' learning during cover periods
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