Careers at Big Life

Class Teacher

About us

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.
Unity is a UNICEF RRSA Gold school and pride ourselves on our inclusive, nurturing ethos with a strong focus on the wellbeing of staff and children.

The staff and governors of this friendly, inclusive and supportive school are seeking to recruit a highly effective classroom practitioner. Unity’s context is challenging and we need committed and outstanding teachers who are nurturing, reflective and flexible in responding to different demands in a busy, urban school. We need effective teachers who can adapt to teach different year groups but initially this position will be in a Y3 class.

The successful candidate will:

• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner who is adaptable and reflective
• Have high expectations of learning and behaviour
• Motivate and inspire children and adults through innovative practice
• Be positive, resilient, flexible and work well in our happy team
• Be committed to and passionate about challenging inequalities and making a difference
• Share Unity’s vision and the values of The Big Life group

Unity can offer:

• Teachers’ pay scale M1 – U1 £31,650 – £45,646
• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant in every class to support T&L
• Culturally and socially diverse families.
• A pleasant working environment in a new modern building and large grounds, less than a mile from the city centre.
• A happy, welcoming staff team.
• Your birthday as an additional day of leave
• Opportunities for career development.
• The support of our MAT, Big Life Schools and the wider Big Life group.
• A comprehensive wellbeing offer.

What next?

Candidates are encouraged to visit the school and discuss the position with staff. Please ring the school office on 0161 871 2614 to arrange a convenient time

Please apply through our recruitment portal:

For more information about our school, please visit www.unitycommunityprimary.com.

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

Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace and would especially like to hear from applicants from Black, Asian and other racially marginalised communities.

The closing date for applications Wednesday 18 June at 9am. Applications received after this time will not be considered and CVs will not be accepted.

Shortlisting will take place on Thursday 19th June and observations/interviews will take place in the week commencing Monday 23 June 2025.

If you need more support or for information in a different format, please contact HR at hr@thebiglifegroup.com

Find out more about what makes Big Life a great employer, from career development to a comprehensive staff wellbeing package.

The Big Life group positively promotes diversity in the workforce. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.