PPA Cover Teacher

Bream Church of England Primary School, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 6JW

30 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  30 September 2026

• Closing date

  30 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  30 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: MPS

PPA Cover Teacher job summary

PPA Cover Teacher Vacancy

Job Details:

Post title: PPA Cover Teacher

Grade: MPS

Hours: 0.6 (three days per week)

Contract: Fixed-term until 31/08/2027

Reporting to: Head Teacher

Location: Bream C of E Primary School in the first instance. This is an appointment to the

Trust and you could be required to work in any school in the Trust.

Start date: TBC - the successful candidate will start following receipt of all required preemployment

clearances, including an enhanced DBS certificate.

Closing date: 30/10/2026

Interview date: 06/11/2026

The Severn Federation Academy Trust is seeking a passionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic

PPA Cover Teacher to join our family of inclusive, nurturing, and values-driven schools. This

is a wonderful opportunity for a flexible and skilled teacher who enjoys working across

different classes and phases, making a meaningful impact within a Trust committed to

helping every child and adult flourish. This role involves working across the school (and

potentially across Trust schools), providing high-quality teaching to release class teachers

for their planning, preparation, and assessment time.

About the Severn Federation Academy Trust:

The Severn Federation Academy Trust is a collaborative family of schools rooted in inclusive,

inspiring, and nurturing Christian communities. Our shared vision is to ensure that all

children and adults are loved, supported, and empowered to achieve their very best.

Our core values — Respect, Responsibility, and Friendship — underpin everything we do.

These values shape our relationships, guide our expectations, and help us create

environments where every child can “let their light shine”.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning across a range of classes to support PPA

cover.

• Adapt quickly to different year groups, subjects, and classroom environments.

• Maintain continuity of learning by following planning provided and ensuring smooth

transitions between lessons.

• Create engaging and inclusive learning experiences that foster curiosity and a love of

learning.

• Promote a positive classroom culture where every child feels valued and respected.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support pupils’ academic and personal

development across the school.

• Model and uphold the Christian ethos and values of the Severn Federation Academy

Trust.

What We Offer:

• A welcoming, supportive Trust community with a strong sense of shared purpose.

• Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across multiple schools within the

Trust.

• Motivated, enthusiastic pupils who enjoy challenge and discovery.

• An engaging, inspiring curriculum and creative approaches to teaching.

• Access to high-quality professional development and Trust-wide support.

• A strong commitment to excellent teaching and learning.

• Modern resources and technology to enhance classroom practice.

• A safe, caring, and joyful environment where children thrive.

• An employee wellbeing scheme that prioritises staff happiness and balance.

About You:

You will be someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

• Demonstrates flexibility and confidence teaching across different year groups and

subjects.

• Can quickly build positive relationships with new classes and maintain high

expectations.

• Is organised and able to deliver pre-planned lessons effectively while responding to

pupils’ needs.

• Brings creativity, flexibility, and innovation to the classroom.

• Builds positive, trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and families.

• Has high expectations for learning, progress, and behaviour.

• Is committed to raising achievement for all children.

• Embraces and models the Christian vision and values of the Trust.

• Communicates clearly and works collaboratively as part of a team.

• Lives out our values of Respect, Responsibility, and Friendship.

School Visits:

Visits to our schools are warmly welcomed. Visit dates: TBC

To arrange a visit or discuss the role, please contact Bream CofE Primary

Interviews:

Interview date: 06/11/2026

Join the Severn Federation Academy Trust

Become part of a Trust where children shine brightly — and where staff do too. We look

forward to welcoming someone who shares our passion for nurturing confident,

compassionate, and curious learners.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Bream Church of England Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 186 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Bream Church of England Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bream-church-of-england-primary-school

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