RE Teacher (Fixed Term)

You will be instrumental in our vision: “At Ark Kings Academy, every individual will develop the character to thrive in life, education and employment.” You will be a passionate practitioner, delivering high-quality, rigorous lessons that drive achievement and inspire a love of learning that extends beyond the classroom. We are seeking an enthusiastic RE Teacher to lead students in the study of religious, philosophical, and ethical issues at secondary level.

The successful candidate will deliver a rigorous and engaging RE curriculum that enables pupils to explore beliefs, practices, and sources of authority within major world religions and non-religious worldviews. You will encourage thoughtful enquiry, debate, and evaluation, supporting students to develop theological literacy, ethical reasoning, and respect for diversity in a complex, plural society. You will contribute to a workplace culture which has safeguarding and child protection at its heart.

Benefits:

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard.
• Generous pension scheme.
• 2 week October half term.
• Calendar free weeks to enable staff to manage workload.
• Staff wellbeing events.
• 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.
• Free soup in Autumn/Winter terms.
• Free fruit in Spring/Summer terms.

We are an all-through school serving the local community with pupils from Nursery – Year 11. Our mission is to create a school in which every child thrives, academically and socially. Over the past 2 years we have made remarkable progress, moving from an Inadequate Ofsted rating to a Good. This achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of our staff with Ofsted commenting that pupils “understand the high expectations that staff have for them and strive to meet with”.

The strengths of our school include:

• Behaviour: Our pupils know the school rules of ‘ready, respectful and safe’ and demonstrate these qualities in their behaviour towards each other and their teachers.
• An ambitious curriculum: Our well-sequenced curriculum, spanning early years to Year 11, ensures that all pupils, including those with special educational needs, receive a high-quality education.
• Reading strength: Our effective teaching strategies empower pupils to become fluent readers, setting them up for success in their academic journey.
• Personal development: At Ark Kings Academy, we prioritize personal development, preparing our pupils for their future roles as responsible citizens.
• Attendance: Our pupils and parents recognise the importance of high attendance, and at secondary, we sit above the national average.

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.

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.

Please note we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing 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.