At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Geography programme, enhancing school experiences and supporting teacher development.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking education organisation committed to excellence and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Flexible working, 27 days leave, pension contributions, and professional learning opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for career growth and impact across schools.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in education while enjoying a balanced work-life environment.
- Qualifications: Degree educated with teaching experience and a passion for Geography.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
About the Role
Reports to: Head of School Experience
Start date: September 2026 (can be flexible)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience)
Contract: Fixed term, 1 year, 37.5 hours per week (part time applications will be considered)
Location: West London (White City) with one core day in the office (Monday) as well as school visits across the U.K.
Interviews will take place w/c 29 June 2026.
Key Responsibilities
- As part of the cross-functional team leading the Geography programme, contribute to the development of a programme strategy that supports excellence in the context of Geography.
- Responsibility for the end-to-end user experience of schools on all packages of the programme, liaising closely with the systems and partnerships team to drive ease of use, and preparing communications.
- Manage detailed training and professional development logistics, for example setting training dates and approving release of additional dates.
- Provide one-to-one school development support across a portfolio of partner schools, ensuring they are supported to implement our programmes successfully.
- Contribute to the development of the overall programme strategy and structure through cross‑functional working and collaboration.
Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of the education landscape and issues affecting education.
- At least five years’ teaching experience across at least two key stages.
- Proven record in delivering outstanding achievement in Geography, particularly for pupils with low prior attainment in challenging urban schools.
- Up‑to‑date knowledge and use of the current curriculum and assessment requirements and best practice in implementation and delivery of professional development.
- Track record of providing professional development to teachers, including coaching, mentoring and training.
Qualification Criteria
- Educated to degree level.
- Qualified to teach and right to work in the U.K.
- Subject specific qualification or further study (desirable).
Benefits
- Our flexible working model offers the best of both worlds, balancing in‑person collaboration, either in our state‑of‑the‑art West London office or through visits to our schools, with the flexibility of remote working.
- Employees can request to work fully remotely for up to 10 working days a year, whether this be in the UK or abroad.
- Our flexitime policy allows you to work your hours around our core hours of 10.00 – 16.00, helping you prioritise your work‑life balance and personal commitments.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with each year of service up to 30 days after 3 years’ service. This entitlement is pro‑rata for part‑time employees and excludes bank holidays.
- Full office closure between Christmas and New Year.
- As an Ark employee, you will have the opportunity to be part of the TPT (The Pension Trust) scheme, our workplace pension scheme where we make an 11% contribution; you are not required to contribute unless you choose to.
- Access to high‑quality professional learning throughout your career, offering both face‑to‑face sessions and a bespoke online learning platform.
- Access to Ark Rewards scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers, interest‑free loans available for season tickets or a bike, gym discounts offering up to 40% off your local gym and free eye tests.
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. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please refer to the Ark website.
Additional Information
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.
Contact Questions? Please contact recruitment@arkonline.org.
Senior Delivery Manager (Geography) 1-year fixed term employer: ARK
At Ark, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a flexible working model that combines in-person collaboration in our state-of-the-art West London office with the freedom of remote work. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through high-quality professional learning opportunities and a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion, ensuring that every team member can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the education landscape.
