Job Description
Location: Manchester.\n\nStart Date: September 2025.\n\nContract Type: Full-Time, Permanent.\n\nThe Opportunity:\n\nA vibrant and nurturing primary school located in the heart of Manchester is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 Teacher to join their passionate team in September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic school community that places a strong emphasis on academic achievement, emotional well-being, and creative learning. The successful candidate will be part of a supportive and collaborative team, focused on delivering engaging and enriching experiences for all students in Year 1.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * \n\n Plan, deliver, and assess engaging, high-quality lessons that follow the Year 1 National Curriculum, with a focus on both academic and social development.\n\n * \n\n Use a variety of formative and summative assessments to track pupil progress, providing constructive feedback and ensuring continuous improvement.\n\n * \n\n Create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that supports both learning and personal development.\n\n * \n\n Collaborate with colleagues, teaching assistants, and school leadership to deliver a cohesive and engaging curriculum.\n\n * \n\n Build strong, positive relationships with parents and carers, keeping them informed of their child’s progress and well-being.\n\n * \n\n Contribute to the wider school community through participation in extracurricular activities, school events, and ongoing professional development.\n\nPerson Specification:\n\n * \n\n Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.\n\n * \n\n Strong understanding of the Year 1 curriculum and experience in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons.\n\n * \n\n Proven ability to assess and track pupil progress, tailoring teaching to meet the diverse needs of learners.\n\n * \n\n Excellent classroom management skills, with the ability to create a positive and focused learning environment.\n\n * \n\n Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build meaningful relationships with students, staff, and parents.\n\n * \n\n A passion for teaching and a commitment to professional development and lifelong learning.\n\nThis is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate educator to make a meaningful impact within a welcoming and forward-looking school.
Applications from both experienced teachers and early career teachers (ECTs) are warmly welcomed.\n\nTo express your interest or to find out more about the school and the role, please get in touch