Teacher of English
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Closing date
3 June 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
24 May 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £37,667 - £59,242
Teacher of English job summary
Ark Walworth Academy is a thriving school in the heart of central London. We serve a vibrant, diverse community in Zone 2, with excellent access to all the city has to offer for students and staff alike.
We seek a committed and enthusiastic teacher of English to join our well established team of educators. The English department delivers at Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, enjoying considerable success and strong progress over time. In support of the work of the department, there is a dedicated literacy scheme, staffed by specialists and there is a network commitment to developing reading for young people which creates a strong climate in which teachers of English can flourish. Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified individuals who are passionate about helping young people from a range of backgrounds to discover a love for language and literature.
Our staff are:
• Committed, enthusiastic practitioners seeking to support excellent progress for our students
• Educators who aspire to the highest standards of behaviour, academic success, and wellbeing for all in our community
• Resilient, reflective and thoughtful professionals, seeking to develop themselves with us
In return, we offer:
• An externally recognised progression route with the support of a nationally recognised network
• Dedicated Network Leads for subjects and areas, providing cutting-edge training and development opportunities
• A fully accessible, well resourced, multi-million pound building in which to practice, accessible via various transport links, including train, tube and bus services from Elephant and Castle, as well as bus links from London Bridge and Tower Bridge
• A school community with a genuine family ethos, investing in staff wellbeing with sports and events
• Varied routes into teaching and industry-recognised professional qualifications (Ark Teacher Training, PGCE, Teach First, Now Teach, NPQML, NPQSL, BA and Masters programmes)
• A comprehensive support and induction programme for all staff including accommodation in zone 2 available for ECTs and trainees.
• A dedicated Employee Assistance and benefits package from Ark Rewards
The full job description and person specification can be found HERE.
Closing date: Monday 3rd June 2024
Interview Date: TBC
We look forward to receiving your application.
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.
About Ark Walworth Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 989 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Ark Walworth Academy website (opens in new tab)
We are a six-form entry secondary academy. We believe in the immense potential of each of our pupils and we are committed to giving them every possible opportunity to succeed. Every student should leave the academy with real choices: to continue into further and higher education or pursue the career of their choice.
Our academy is shaped by its culture of inclusion and mutual respect, which encourages a close working relationship between students and staff. We are working hard to provide an inspirational and secure environment which recognises and celebrates success whilst challenging students to realise their full potential.
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