Nurturing EYFS Reception Teacher for Equity-Driven School

Big Life group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Community Primary School in Cheetham, North Manchester, is seeking a Reception class teacher to provide high‑quality teaching and learning within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). You will help to maintain a nurturing, play‑based learning environment that supports children to develop and achieve their full potential.

You will be a nurturing and reflective classroom practitioner, fostering strong relationships with young children and promoting curiosity and independence.

Responsibilities

• Teach children in the Primary age range, including preparing lessons and marking work.
• Plan and adapt provision for children with additional needs, in collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team.
• Develop positive relationships with children, colleagues and parents and promote high standards of behaviour.
• Carry out duties from the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document, including; recording and reporting assessments, reviewing the school’s curriculum and pastoral functions, participating in training and professional development.
• Support the school’s ethos and policies in order to promote the progress and continued development of the school.
• Organise and monitor the work of pupils, fulfilling the requirements of the Early Years Framework.
• Share corporate responsibility for the wellbeing, safety and discipline of all pupils by implementing agreed school policies.
• Liaise with the SENCO or outside agencies as and when necessary.
• Create a stimulating learning environment that will encourage children’s development.
• Ensure high standards of attendance and punctuality, in accordance with school policies.
• Supervise the work of teaching assistants, students, volunteers and parent helpers.
• Liaise with parents and consult with them about their child’s learning and progress.
• Liaise with outside agencies which may include, other schools, pre-school groups, professional bodies, MAT, training institutions etc.

Job description

Unity Community Primary School in Cheetham, North Manchester, is seeking a Reception class teacher to provide high‑quality teaching and learning within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). You will help to maintain a nurturing, play‑based learning environment that supports children to develop and achieve their full potential.

You will be a nurturing and reflective classroom practitioner, fostering strong relationships with young children and promoting curiosity and independence.