History Teacher Ark Pioneer Academy
Job description
Location: Barnet, London — a five minute walk from High Barnet tube station
Start: September 2020
Opportunity for an exceptional teacher to be a join a brand new Ark secondary school in Barnet
In September 2019, Ark Pioneer, a non-selective secondary school, opened its doors to our brand new building in Barnet and welcomed in our first year 7. By the time these pupils reach year 13, we’ll have over a thousand pupils. Our school is focussed on delivering a standard of education matching the very best schools in the country. Our vision is that every pupil leaves Ark Pioneer with real options, be it embarking on the university course of their choice or starting out in their chosen career.
We are recruiting a team of exceptional staff to achieve our vision and work together to create a genuinely outstanding school. The new history teacher will work with an exceptional team to shape our provision in history.
Teaching experience will not be a determining factor - we welcome applications from NQTs as well as more experienced candidates. We will develop every staff member that joins our team, providing one-to-one support, coaching and mentoring and access to extensive network training.
Additional teaching and learning responsibilities would be available for the right candidate.
The ideal candidate will
• Have a strong academic background, with good A Levels or equivalent, and a good degree
• Combine subject matter expertise with a passion for teaching history
• Share the Ark Pioneer vision and be aligned with the six pillars underpinning it.
• Value and support practices driving continued progress across the network of Ark schools.
Please submit your application by 9am on 17th February. For further information, a confidential discussion or any technical queries please contact info@arkpioneer.org and the Principal will contact you.
Closing Date: 17th February
Interviews: Week beginning 24th February
Salary: ARK MPS £29,064 - £41,036 / UPS £43,078 - £46,326
Contract: Full-time hours, permanent contract
We value diversity and are committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare. The successful candidate will be subject to DBS and any other relevant employment checks.
Essential educational requirements
• Strong A Levels or equivalent
Essential qualifications
• Qualified to teach and work in the UK
• Degree in History or degree in a closely related subject
Essential skills and experience
Mastery of and enthusiasm for History
• Knowledge of the national secondary education system, examinations and curriculum
• Excellent understanding of both subject and general teaching pedagogy
• Experience of reflecting on and improving teaching practice to increase pupil achievement
• Experience of interpreting pupil data to drive lesson planning and pupil progress
• Experience of raising attainment in a challenging environment
• Experience of leading successful enrichment which inspire and motivate learners
• Effective and systematic behaviour management
Employee benefits
Salary: ARK MPS £29,064 - £41,036 / UPS £43,078 - £46,326
About Ark Pioneer Academy
In September 2019, Ark Pioneer, a non-selective secondary school, opened its doors to our brand new building in Barnet and welcomed in our first year 7. By the time these pupils reach year 13, we’ll have over a thousand pupils. Our school is focused on delivering a standard of education matching the very best schools in the country. Our vision is that every pupil leaves Ark Pioneer with real options, be it embarking on the university course of their choice or starting out in their chosen career.
- Address
- , , EN5 2DN
- Phase
- Secondary
- Type
- Free School