06 Nov 2026
London
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£38,805 - £58,404 per year
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Full-Time
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Ark Oval Primary Academy
Primary
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About The Role
We are seeking an exceptional candidate as a Teacher to work in close partnership with the Senior Leadership Team and the Principal to embed the school’s vision and develop an outstanding school.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow with the school. They will be supported in their development and preparation towards additional leadership opportunities. We will provide one-to-one support, coaching and access to extensive network training.

In addition to professional support all employees are eligible for Ark Rewards, a scheme that offers discounts at many retailers and other benefits such as Cycle to Work and the Employee Assistance Programme.

You will:
Have an unwavering determination to deliver excellence for pupils from all starting points

Share the Ark Oval beliefs, vision and mission and be aligned with the Ark six pillars underpinning it

Be committed to Ark’s ethos of high expectations for every pupil in both academic achievement and personal development

Be committed to continually improving classroom practice and raising attainment

Manage behaviour effectively to create a positive, calm and purposeful climate for learning

Have the drive, skills and resilient character required to help develop an outstanding school

Be reflective about the Academy and committed to securing its continued development

Value and support practices driving continued progress across the network of Ark schools·
To arrange a confidential conversation with the Principal about this role, please contact: [email protected]
Benefits
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Admissions priority for children of school’s staff
- Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
- Twice as many training days as standard.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
- Interest-free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
- Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support
Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at https://arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/.
About Us
We are a multicultural, three form entry Primary School. Through our motto Striving for Excellence, we aim to ensure that children, parents and staff all maximise their full potential. Every day we are committed to embracing our core values and we encourage everyone to be the best that they can possibly be and we support each other every step of the way.

Every day we endeavour to provide everyone at Ark Oval with a rewarding and meaningful experience. We are committed to the highest academic aspirations for all pupils, regardless of background or ability and we have established a caring, family orientated culture. We don’t accept excuses and we don’t make any either. We are willing to do whatever it takes to offer our pupils an exceptional learning environment.

Visit arkovalprimary.org to learn more about us and see our current vacancies.

Diversity and inclusion:

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark’s diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link.

Safeguarding statement:

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. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please click this link.

Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.