Fallowfield, South Manchester

Position: KS1 Teacher
Location: Fallowfield, South Manchester
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Salary: MPS / UPS dependent on experience
Start Date: Immediate

About the School

This friendly and inclusive primary school in Fallowfield is looking for a passionate KS1 Teacher to join its committed team. The school serves a diverse and multicultural community and is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment for all pupils.

The school has a strong focus on Key Stage 1, developing early literacy, numeracy, and personal growth skills. Pupils are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and build confidence in their abilities. Creativity, curiosity, and hands-on learning are central to the teaching approach, helping pupils develop problem-solving skills and a lifelong love of learning.

Staff are valued and supported through mentoring, collaborative planning, and professional development. The leadership team fosters innovation, reflective practice, and a culture of continuous improvement. Partnerships with parents, local organisations, and external specialists ensure every child receives holistic support.

The Role

As a KS1 Teacher, you will teach pupils in Year 1 or Year 2, creating a stimulating classroom environment that promotes engagement, curiosity, and resilience. You will plan, deliver, and assess high-quality lessons across all curriculum areas, with a particular focus on English, mathematics, and foundation subjects.

You will also support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development, helping them to develop confidence, independence, and interpersonal skills. Collaboration with teaching assistants, the SENCO, and senior leadership will ensure pupils with additional needs are fully supported and included.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons in line with curriculum objectives

• Assessing, monitoring, and tracking pupil progress

• Supporting pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development

• Creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

• Using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners, including SEN and EAL pupils

• Collaborating with teaching assistants, subject leaders, and SENCO

• Communicating effectively with parents, carers, and external agencies

• Participating in CPD, staff meetings, and school initiatives

• Contributing to extracurricular activities, school trips, and events

• Maintaining safeguarding, health, and safety standards

The Ideal Candidate

The school is seeking a KS1 Teacher who:

• Holds QTS and has experience teaching Key Stage 1

• Is passionate about early years education and child development

• Delivers high-quality, engaging, and differentiated lessons

• Has strong classroom management and organisational skills

• Understands and supports SEN, EAL, and pastoral needs

• Demonstrates reflective and proactive teaching practice

• Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents

• Promotes inclusion, wellbeing, and resilience in all pupils

Professional Development

The school offers:

• Mentoring and guidance from experienced staff and leaders

• CPD opportunities in curriculum development, pedagogy, and SEN

• Opportunities to lead initiatives or projects within the school

• Support with assessment preparation and intervention strategies

• Collaborative teaching and learning opportunities across year groups

What the School Offers

• Inclusive, welcoming, and collaborative school culture

• Supportive and approachable leadership team

• Well-resourced classrooms and learning environments

• Focus on staff wellbeing and professional development

• Long-term career progression opportunities

• The chance to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ lives

Safeguarding Statement

The school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff share this responsibility. The successful applicant will undergo enhanced DBS checks, provide satisfactory references, and comply with all safeguarding and child protection policies.