KS1 Teacher – Nurturing Young Learners in Levenshulme - Manchester, United Kingdom
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Job description
Levenshulme, South-East Manchester
Position: KS1 Teacher
Location: Levenshulme, South-East 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 inclusive primary school in Levenshulme is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled KS1 Teacher to join its committed and supportive team. The school serves a culturally diverse community and prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Key Stage 1 provision is a core strength of the school, with an emphasis on developing early literacy, numeracy, and personal development skills. Pupils are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and build resilience, confidence, and independence. Creativity, engagement, and hands-on learning are central to teaching, helping pupils develop problem-solving abilities and a lifelong love of learning.
Staff are highly valued and encouraged to grow professionally. The leadership team supports collaborative planning, reflective teaching, and innovation, ensuring that every child's needs are met. Close partnerships with parents, carers, and external specialists support the holistic development of all pupils.
The Role
As a KS1 Teacher, you will be responsible for teaching pupils in Year 1 or Year 2, creating a stimulating, inclusive classroom environment that encourages engagement, curiosity, and resilience. You will plan, deliver, and assess high-quality lessons across all areas of the curriculum, with particular focus on English, mathematics, and foundation subjects.
You will also play a key role in supporting pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural development, helping them develop confidence, independence, and interpersonal skills. Close collaboration with teaching assistants, the SENCO, and senior leadership will ensure targeted support for all pupils, including those with additional needs.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons in line with curriculum objectives
Assessing, monitoring, and tracking pupil progress and attainment
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 the 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 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 opportunity to make a meaningful difference in 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.