Part-Time PPA Teacher – KS2 | Harborne | Start after October Half Term
3 days per week | Until at least Easter 2026
Are you an experienced teacher looking to step back slightly, without stepping away entirely? Do you miss the classroom but crave a better work-life balance? This could be the perfect role for you!
Zest Education, the leading education recruitment agency in the Midlands, is working in partnership with a warm and welcoming school in Harborne to recruit a part-time PPA teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated educator who wants to continue making an impact, while enjoying a more flexible and balanced working week.
The Role
Part-time PPA cover across KS2 – 3 days per week
Starting after October half term
Ongoing until at least Easter 2026, with the possibility of extension to the end of the summer term
You’ll be delivering a varied and engaging curriculum across KS2, allowing class teachers to take their PPA time
No planning expectations outside of your teaching days
Why this role might be just what you’re looking for:
This school has a genuinely supportive ethos and a strong, visible senior leadership team who understand the importance of staff wellbeing. Teachers are respected and supported, and there’s a real sense of teamwork and trust across the staff body. You’ll be teaching well-behaved, eager learners in a calm, purposeful environment where good behaviour is the norm.
What we’re looking for:
Qualified Teacher Status (valid QTS)
Strong experience teaching in KS2
A flexible, reliable and professional attitude
Someone who values high-quality teaching but understands the importance of balance
Whether you’re returning from a career break, semi-retired, or simply seeking a better fit for your lifestyle, this role offers the chance to do what you love—without burning out.
Ready to take the next step?
Apply today or get in touch with Zest to find out more. We’re here to support experienced educators find roles that work for them, not the other way around. To find out more, email Charlie at charlie@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.
Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.
The role advertised is for temporary supply work.
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