Class Teacher

Primary Class Teacher (NQTs very welcome to apply)

Start date: 1st September 2021

Salary: Ark MPS (Inner London) £32,960- £43,689 dependent on experience (Leadership opportunity for the right candidate).

Contract: Fixed Term (1 year initially)

Location: Ark John Archer Academy, Battersea, Southwest London

Nearest station: Clapham Junction

Deadline: Friday 21st May 2021

Interviews: Thursday 27th May 2021

Here at Ark John Archer Primary Academy, we aspire for all of our pupils to reach their full potential both academically and socially and, with this in mind, aim to develop highly aspirational, emotionally literate and knowledgeable individuals who have a genuine passion for learning and a positive sense of identity. From Early Years to Year 6, our curriculum should build the foundations on which life-long learners and confident leaders of the future can grow.

Deep rooted within our vision is the need for pupils to be exposed to practical, creative, engaging and challenging opportunities that develop their natural curiosity to learn, broadens their understanding and ‘brings learning to life’. We believe that by working Together As One we can provide our pupils with the strong start to their journey in education that they need, and more importantly, deserve.

The Ark John Archer Curriculum is rooted in five key principles:

• Knowledge rich and learning through enquiry

•A holistic approach to learning

•Inspiring joy for learning

•Developing character

•Parents as partners

Life at our School

Ark John Archer Primary Academy is a school that represents our local community, with its cultural diversity this brings a wealth of opportunity to develop and meet our children’s academic and non-academic needs. Our parent workshops enable families to understand more about specific topics, such as how we teach maths, or issues such as e-safety. Our open-door policy enables parents, carers and family members as well as the pupils to ask any questions and to have their say.

Through our motto ‘Together as One”, we aim to educate the whole child in order for them to reach their potential. Pupil wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. Our values of Aspiration, Respect, Achievement, Community, Resilience & Kindness underpin our everyday life and we encourage everyone to be the best that they can possibly be, helping each other every step of the way.

Opportunities

As a staff member at Ark John Archer, you will have access to high quality CPD which supports progression at all stages of your career. All teachers are supported to develop through weekly coaching, collaborative planning meetings, training days and a highly effective regional and network CPD offer. As part of the Ark Network you will be part of an international charity and one of the UK's most successful multi-academy trusts. We pride ourselves in recognising hard work and rewarding it accordingly providing opportunities for professional growth in school and the wider network.

As part of the Ark network, our teachers can expect:

•Access to a range of discounts through the Ark Rewards Scheme which includes reduced gym memberships, discounts at major retailers and travel loans

•Twice as many training days as standard

•Support from a network of 38 schools across the UK

Contact us 

We would love you to see our warm, supportive environment for yourself and also offer prospective candidates the opportunity to have an initial virtual meeting. Please contact Bestyn Derby, Operations Manager, to arrange this meeting with the Principal & Vice Principal, on bestyn.derby@arkjohnarcher.org. 

Please submit your application online by visiting https://arkcareers.engageats.co.uk. The deadline for applications is 11:00 a.m. on Friday 21st May 2021. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis so early applications are encouraged. 

Ark is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.