Cheetham Hill, North Manchester

Position: KS1 Teacher
Location: Cheetham Hill, North 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 vibrant primary school in Cheetham Hill is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated KS1 Teacher to join its welcoming and supportive team. The school serves a diverse and multicultural community and is committed to delivering high-quality education while fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for all pupils.

Key Stage 1 is a focus area, with strong emphasis on early literacy, numeracy, and personal development. Pupils are encouraged to explore, be curious, and develop confidence in their abilities. Creativity, hands-on learning, and problem-solving are central to teaching practices, helping children develop skills for lifelong learning.

Staff collaboration and professional growth are highly valued. Teachers, teaching assistants, and support staff work closely together to plan differentiated lessons, share best practices, and ensure all pupils’ needs are met. The leadership team promotes reflective practice, innovation, and career development opportunities.

The Role

As a KS1 Teacher, you will be responsible for teaching pupils in Year 1 or Year 2, creating an engaging, inclusive classroom environment that encourages curiosity, resilience, and a love of learning. You will plan, deliver, and assess high-quality lessons across the curriculum, with particular focus on English, mathematics, and foundation subjects.

You will also support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development, helping them develop confidence, independence, and strong interpersonal skills. Working closely with teaching assistants, SENCO, and senior leadership, you will ensure that pupils with additional needs receive personalised support.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering differentiated, engaging lessons across the curriculum

• Assessing, monitoring, and tracking pupil progress

• Supporting pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development

• Creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment

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

• Collaborating effectively 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 provides:

• Mentoring and support from experienced staff and leaders

• CPD opportunities in curriculum development, pedagogy, and SEN

• Opportunities to lead initiatives or projects

• Support for assessment preparation and interventions

• 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 lasting impact on young learners’ 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.