Principal
Ark Pioneer Academy
Barnet
- Expired
- Salary:
- Significant and generous salary, including potential relocation allowance
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2024
- Apply by:
- 19 February 2024
Job overview
Ark Pioneer Academy
Principal
Reports to: Regional Director
Start date: September 2024
Location: Westcombe Dr, Barnet, EN5 2BE
Salary: Significant and generous salary, including potential relocation allowance
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Closing date: 9am, Monday 19 February 2024
School visits: Morning of Monday 5 February or morning of Friday 9 February, or to be arranged as suitable for the candidate
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 19 February or to be arranged as suitable for the candidate
Ark Pioneer Academy seeks to appoint a new Principal who will grow the school, establishing it with a 300 student sixth form and securing it as one of the best 11-18 schools in London.
Our school:
Ark Pioneer opened its doors in 2019 as a brand-new school located within five minutes’ walk from High Barnet station. Strong foundations are in place for the incoming principal, as our team of teachers, leaders and support staff are deeply committed to our school and believe life-changing outcomes can be achieved.
We are now looking for a proven leader to build on the current successes enjoyed by the school and its community. We welcome applications from existing principals looking to work in an excellent school as well as credible deputies who are seeking a new opportunity to make impact and who would thrive in a collaborative network of schools.
Ark Pioneer is part of the Ark network, one of the country’s most successful multi-academy trusts. The newly appointed principal will have access to exceptional coaching and training opportunities, as well as the opportunity to collaborate with principal colleagues across London and our wider network. The successful candidate will work closely with the Regional Director and have the support of the outgoing Principal who will be in role until the end of summer 2024 to support a strong transition.
What we offer:
- Influence across network-wide issues through our principal meetings and regional collaboration
- Support from an experienced and supportive Regional Director
- On-hand expertise from our dedicated network education and operations teams who are ready to support you and your school
- Bespoke teacher development programmes supported by the Great Teacher Rubric
- Excellent career development opportunities across both the region and wider Ark network
- Access to excellent senior leadership training
- Highly competitive remuneration.
How to apply:
We warmly welcome and encourage confidential conversations about the role and visits to our school for suitable candidates. If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please contact the Regional Director, Amit Hathi, on Amit.Hathi@arkonline.org or our or our Head of Talent, Lexy di Marco, on Alexia.diMarco@arkonline.org
To apply, please submit an application via the Ark recruitment portal by 9am on Monday 19 February. If you have any questions, concerns or time constraints with applying please contact us directly.
For more information about the role, the school and Ark, please view the full job pack.
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.
Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.
Ark Schools are committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse workforce, with a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. To read more about Ark’s diversity and inclusion statement, please click this link.
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About Ark Pioneer Academy
- Ark Pioneer Academy
- Westcombe Drive, Barnet
- London
- EN5 2BE
- United Kingdom
Ark Pioneer Academy is a new-start non-selective secondary school in Barnet. We opened in September 2019 and are at full capacity as of September 2025 with 1,200 pupils.
We believe that every child has the ability to be a knowledgeable, articulate, and successful individual. We are committed to realising every pupil's potential, enabling them to go on to the best universities or a career of their choice.
We have a fantastic team of staff, dedicated to achieving our ambitious vision for every child.
Why join Ark Pioneer?
- Learning at every stage - We are committed to providing high-quality professional learning throughout your career. The development of our staff is one of our top priorities, at every level and in every role. That’s why we offer twice the number of training days as standard.
- Collaborate beyond the school gates - Joining our school means becoming part of the Ark network, one of the UK's most successful school groups. You will have the opportunity to come together with your peers locally, nationally and sometimes even internationally, to share resources, learning and good practice.
- Effective organisation - You'll also be supported to focus on what you do best. We are always looking for ways to take away additional pressures, to give you more freedom to concentrate on improving education outcomes for young people.
- Take your career in your own direction - We are committed to offering you diverse career progression, whether that means aspiring to senior leadership or becoming an outstanding practitioner, allowing you to really carve out a successful career in education. We are dedicated to offering opportunities to support your career in our school or as part of our wider network.
Curriculum
At Ark Pioneer, our curriculum offer provides each pupil with a solid foundation for further study and preparation for university. Each subject leader has crafted a rigorous curriculum that promotes curiosity, develops a depth of understanding and includes a thorough base of content.
Ark Pioneer subject leaders have planned backwards from university to provide a rigorous curriculum that promotes curiosity and explores the big ideas underpinning each area of study. Each subject includes a thorough base of knowledge and develops a depth of understanding that supports future learning in that subject area.
Pupils at Ark Pioneer have a longer school day allowing them to study a wide range of subjects. More time for English and maths ensures that pupils develop literacy and numeracy skills to a very high level. We forensically track how pupils are doing in order to identify underperformance and plan appropriate support. In addition to regular assessment in lessons, pupils benefit from challenging cumulative tests in termly exam weeks, which test mastery of the content taught. Assessments are preceded by a whole school drive for revision, focussing on research driven revision skills. Pupils and teachers review and reflect on each assessment; identifying gaps and taking steps to address them, developing a growth mindset in each pupil.
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