Class Teacher - Unity Community Primary School
| Posting date: | 01 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Teachers’ pay scale M1 – U1: £31,650 - £45,646 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 May 2026 |
| Location: | Manchester, M7 4YE |
| Company: | The Big Life Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 759 |
Summary
Job Advert
About The Big Life Group
The Big Life Group’s mission is to fight for equity, in health, in wealth and in life. We are a social business delivering a range
of services across the North of England, covering everything from mental and physical health, addiction and criminal justice, to
housing, education, family support and much more. What links them together is the way we work – The Big Life Way.
We always stand shoulder-to shoulder with people, working with them on the things that matter most to them. Everything we do is
designed and informed by the needs, priorities and strengths of people and communities.
Our values
* Courage: We stand up for ourselves, and the people and communities we work alongside, even when that makes us unpopular, or
challenges accepted wisdom.
* Creativity: We find innovative solutions that work, never accepting the easy option or the status quo.
* Honesty: We act with integrity, speaking the truth to ourselves and others.
* Inspiration: We are inspired by the people and communities we work with and share what we learn from them to inspire others.
* Thoughtful: We act with care and compassion and work to understand people’s experiences. We take time to listen, reflect and
continually learn.
* Valuing difference: We recognise and celebrate the unique qualities, gifts, insights and perspectives that different people
offer.
Working at Big Life
At Big Life, work is more than a job – it’s about standing shoulder-to-shoulder with people and communities, making a difference
every day. We fight for equity in health, in wealth and in life, and that commitment starts with how our staff.
Be yourself
We want you to feel safe, respected and able to bring your whole self to work. Difference is celebrated here, and our staff
networks - from menopause to neurodiversity, LGBTQI+ and more - create space to connect and support each other.
Benefits that matter
We offer more than a payslip - you’ll find wellbeing support through LifeWorks, Simply Health and mindfulness sessions, 25-30
days’ annual leave plus your birthday off, flexible working, and regular learning opportunities. Everyday perks include Blue Light
Card discounts, savings schemes, cycle-to-work, free eye tests and more - little extras to make life easier inside and outside of
work.
Recognised as outstanding
We’re proud to be ranked by Best Companies as one of the UK’s outstanding places to work, with a two-star accreditation in 2024.
A culture of trust and flexibility
Our people describe our culture as relaxed and supportive. You’ll be trusted to plan your own day, take breaks when you need, and
work in a way that fits with your life as well as your role.
If you’re looking for more than a job - if you want to be part of a team that’s bold, creative and relentlessly committed to
equity – then Big Life could be the place for you.
The basics
Salary
Teachers’ pay scale M1 – U1: £31,650 - £45,646
Hours
Full-time school hours, term-time only (39 weeks per year)
Annual leave
Term-time only
Base
Unity Community Primary School
Line manager
Assistant Headteacher / Phase Leader
Closing date for applications: Monday 27 April (9:00 am)
Interviews: Friday 1 May
What you’ll be doing
As a Reception class teacher at Unity Community Primary School, you will be responsible for providing 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.
As an Early Years practitioner, you will act as a positive role model, fostering strong relationships with young children and
promoting curiosity and independence. Your role will be to encourage pupil’s positive behaviour, wellbeing and readiness for
learning through consistent routines and high‑quality interactions. You will maintain high expectations for all pupils, ensuring
development through careful observation and appropriate adaption of learning provisions.
This is an exciting opportunity to teach children in the Primary age range, which will include the planning and preparation of
daily lessons and regular collaboration with the school’s Senior Leadership Team, to ensure all children are supported to make
good progress and development.
About Unity Community Primary School
Unity Community Primary is a two-form entry primary school serving a richly diverse community in Cheetham, North Manchester. Unity
is part of the multi-academy trust Big Life Schools, which shares the vision and values of the Big Life group.
We have nearly 400 pupils aged 2-11, coming from many different countries and speaking 38 different languages. Our pupils are
happy children who love school, and we want to encourage them to have the best possible start in life. We work hard to be a truly
inclusive community. Diversity, respect and tolerance are at the core of our school identity, and we are proud to have the Rights
Respecting Gold Award and the Belonging Matters Charter Mark.
As a school we use trauma-informed approaches to support our children’s emotional health and wellbeing. We also put a great
emphasis on developing positive relationships between every member of our school community.
Candidates are highly encouraged to visit the school and discuss the position with Head of Early Years. Please ring the school
office on 0161 871 2614 or visit www.unitycommunityprimary.com [http://www.unitycommunityprimary.com] for more information about
our school.
The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS with a check of adults barred list and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act
1974
For the full recruitment pack including the job description and person specification, please go to: Vacancies Archive - The Big
Life Group [https://www.thebiglifegroup.com/work-volunteer/opportunities/]
About The Big Life Group
The Big Life Group’s mission is to fight for equity, in health, in wealth and in life. We are a social business delivering a range
of services across the North of England, covering everything from mental and physical health, addiction and criminal justice, to
housing, education, family support and much more. What links them together is the way we work – The Big Life Way.
We always stand shoulder-to shoulder with people, working with them on the things that matter most to them. Everything we do is
designed and informed by the needs, priorities and strengths of people and communities.
Our values
* Courage: We stand up for ourselves, and the people and communities we work alongside, even when that makes us unpopular, or
challenges accepted wisdom.
* Creativity: We find innovative solutions that work, never accepting the easy option or the status quo.
* Honesty: We act with integrity, speaking the truth to ourselves and others.
* Inspiration: We are inspired by the people and communities we work with and share what we learn from them to inspire others.
* Thoughtful: We act with care and compassion and work to understand people’s experiences. We take time to listen, reflect and
continually learn.
* Valuing difference: We recognise and celebrate the unique qualities, gifts, insights and perspectives that different people
offer.
Working at Big Life
At Big Life, work is more than a job – it’s about standing shoulder-to-shoulder with people and communities, making a difference
every day. We fight for equity in health, in wealth and in life, and that commitment starts with how our staff.
Be yourself
We want you to feel safe, respected and able to bring your whole self to work. Difference is celebrated here, and our staff
networks - from menopause to neurodiversity, LGBTQI+ and more - create space to connect and support each other.
Benefits that matter
We offer more than a payslip - you’ll find wellbeing support through LifeWorks, Simply Health and mindfulness sessions, 25-30
days’ annual leave plus your birthday off, flexible working, and regular learning opportunities. Everyday perks include Blue Light
Card discounts, savings schemes, cycle-to-work, free eye tests and more - little extras to make life easier inside and outside of
work.
Recognised as outstanding
We’re proud to be ranked by Best Companies as one of the UK’s outstanding places to work, with a two-star accreditation in 2024.
A culture of trust and flexibility
Our people describe our culture as relaxed and supportive. You’ll be trusted to plan your own day, take breaks when you need, and
work in a way that fits with your life as well as your role.
If you’re looking for more than a job - if you want to be part of a team that’s bold, creative and relentlessly committed to
equity – then Big Life could be the place for you.
The basics
Salary
Teachers’ pay scale M1 – U1: £31,650 - £45,646
Hours
Full-time school hours, term-time only (39 weeks per year)
Annual leave
Term-time only
Base
Unity Community Primary School
Line manager
Assistant Headteacher / Phase Leader
Closing date for applications: Monday 27 April (9:00 am)
Interviews: Friday 1 May
What you’ll be doing
As a Reception class teacher at Unity Community Primary School, you will be responsible for providing 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.
As an Early Years practitioner, you will act as a positive role model, fostering strong relationships with young children and
promoting curiosity and independence. Your role will be to encourage pupil’s positive behaviour, wellbeing and readiness for
learning through consistent routines and high‑quality interactions. You will maintain high expectations for all pupils, ensuring
development through careful observation and appropriate adaption of learning provisions.
This is an exciting opportunity to teach children in the Primary age range, which will include the planning and preparation of
daily lessons and regular collaboration with the school’s Senior Leadership Team, to ensure all children are supported to make
good progress and development.
About Unity Community Primary School
Unity Community Primary is a two-form entry primary school serving a richly diverse community in Cheetham, North Manchester. Unity
is part of the multi-academy trust Big Life Schools, which shares the vision and values of the Big Life group.
We have nearly 400 pupils aged 2-11, coming from many different countries and speaking 38 different languages. Our pupils are
happy children who love school, and we want to encourage them to have the best possible start in life. We work hard to be a truly
inclusive community. Diversity, respect and tolerance are at the core of our school identity, and we are proud to have the Rights
Respecting Gold Award and the Belonging Matters Charter Mark.
As a school we use trauma-informed approaches to support our children’s emotional health and wellbeing. We also put a great
emphasis on developing positive relationships between every member of our school community.
Candidates are highly encouraged to visit the school and discuss the position with Head of Early Years. Please ring the school
office on 0161 871 2614 or visit www.unitycommunityprimary.com [http://www.unitycommunityprimary.com] for more information about
our school.
The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS with a check of adults barred list and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act
1974
For the full recruitment pack including the job description and person specification, please go to: Vacancies Archive - The Big
Life Group [https://www.thebiglifegroup.com/work-volunteer/opportunities/]