UKS2 Class Teacher

We are looking to appoint an inspirational Upper Ks2 Class Teacher for September 2026 or sooner who will be a motivational role model to our pupils to help them make rapid academic progress and enhance their social, emotional and cultural understanding.

Ark John Archer Primary Academy is a vibrant, co‑educational school in Battersea, London, serving pupils aged 4–11 and committed to providing a high‑quality, inclusive education. As an academy within the Ark Schools network, it benefits from a strong culture of high expectations, structured support, and a rich curriculum designed to help every child thrive. The school also benefits from twice the standard number of training days and a rich offer of high‑quality professional development, giving staff access to extensive learning opportunities and nationally‑accredited qualifications.

The Role: You will be responsible for delivering a high‑quality, inclusive education that enables all pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally, while establishing a positive classroom culture built on mutual respect, strong learning behaviours and high expectations. You will plan and deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons that meet the needs of a diverse cohort of learners, ensuring every child is valued, supported and challenged to achieve their full potential. You will use assessment effectively to inform teaching, monitor progress and provide meaningful feedback that drives improvement. You will work closely with colleagues and families to support pupil development and contribute to a smooth transition into secondary education, playing a key role in maintaining the high standards and ethos of the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the agreed curriculum, including adaptation of embedded curriculum programmes (Maths Mastery, English Mastery, Ark Curriculum Plus).
• Develop pupils’ core skills in reading, writing, maths, and wider curriculum subjects at an age-appropriate depth and challenge.
• Promote critical thinking and problem‑solving, especially in maths, science, and enquiry-based subjects.
• Differentiating and scaffolding learning to meet the needs of all pupils, including high attainers, SEND learners, and those needing additional support.
• Assess pupils’ progress through formative and summative methods and use assessment to inform future planning and provision.
• Provide effective feedback, both verbal and written, to move learning forward.
• Manage classroom behaviour using consistent, positive strategies that promote independence and responsibility.
• Prepare pupils for end‑of‑key-stage assessments and transition to secondary school.
• Communicate regularly with parents/carers, including through reports, meetings, and informal updates.
• Collaborate with colleagues, including phase teams, subject leads, and support staff, to ensure a cohesive curriculum.
• Support pupils’ personal, social, and emotional development by fostering resilience, confidence, and positive relationships.
• Lead or contribute to extracurricular activities, clubs, trips, and wider school events.
• Maintain accurate records, such as assessment data, intervention logs, and behaviour notes.
• Reflect on and improve professional practice, engaging in CPD and contributing to school improvement priorities.

Benefits:

• Admissions priority for children of schools 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.

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.

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.

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 you to submit your application at your earliest convenience.