Primary Teacher

Ark Byron Primary Academy, London, W3 7JT

365 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st September 2026

• Closing date

  22 July 2027 at 6pm

• Date listed

  22 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £41,328 - £65,000 per year
• Additional allowances:
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  • Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
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  • Twice as many training days as standard.
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  • Generous pension scheme.
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  • Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
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  • Interest-free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
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  • Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.
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  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.
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  Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/.

Primary Teacher job summary

Start date: September 2026

Nearest Tube station: Acton Town or Acton Central (via overground).

Please note that interviews will be held on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the application process early. Early application is advised.

A unique opportunity to join a passionate team of staff in an academy based within a park.

We are looking for an inspirational Primary teacher to join the staff team. There is also potential for leadership responsibilities for the right candidate. We welcome applications from ECTs too.

Joining Ark Byron Primary Academy is an exciting opportunity to work in an outstanding setting which offers lots of potential and opportunity to embark on a rewarding career path.

Our ideal candidate will be:

• Passionate about making a genuine difference to the lives of children.
• Committed to self- development; with a true love of learning and reflection.
• A role model for children at Ark Byron, demonstrating our school values in abundance.

What we offer:

• Highly supportive and collaborative working environment
• Commitment to the well-being of staff and pupils alike
• Exceptional professional development (twice as many training days as standard)
• Regular opportunities for career progression
• Access to Ark Rewards scheme offering up to £1,000 a year in savings from over 3,000 major retailers

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, we would be delighted to hear from you. We welcome applications from newly qualified as well as experienced teachers. We invite visits, both virtually and in person, to arrange a visit please contact the Principal, Rebecca Ross-Wood by emailing info@arkbyron.org  

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies.

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.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Ark Byron Primary Academy

• Organisation type: Free School, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 412 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Ark Byron Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ark-byron-primary-academy

Ark Byron Primary Academy opened its doors in September 2015. We now have a full seven year groups, ranging from Reception to Year 6 and a total of 420 pupils. At Ark Byron, we are committed to providing the best possible education and experience, whilst also expecting the highest standards, from staff, pupils and parents.

Our mission is to set the foundations and preparation for university or a career of choice, to provide pupils with real life choices and enhance their opportunities. We believe in high academic standards but learning at Ark Byron is not simply about academic achievement. We want to develop the whole child to have caring, considerate pupils with a love of learning.

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