About The Role Location : Battersea (close to Clapham Junction station) Salary: £41,328 – £65,000 (Ark MPS/UPS) Start date : September 2026 Contract : Full-time, Permanent We are seeking an outstanding and inspiring Key Stage 2 Class Teacher to join our team from September 2026 (or sooner). This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate practitioner to play a key role in helping our pupils achieve exceptional academic progress while developing confidence, character, and a love of learning. You will: Deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching so every pupil can succeed Create a positive classroom culture with high expectations Plan and deliver engaging lessons that support and challenge all learners Use assessment effectively to drive progress and improvement Work closely with colleagues and families to support pupil development We are looking for someone who: Is qualified to teach and work in the UK. Has successful experience of teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally in Upper KS2 (Year 5 or Year 6). Is passionate about making a difference to children’s lives Can build strong relationships and create an engaging, inclusive learning environment Is reflective, motivated and committed to professional growth Shares Ark’s mission to ensure every child has real choices in life regardless of background We would be delighted to welcome you for a visit so you can meet our team and see our wonderful school in action. Please contact the school office to make an appointment (020 7228 1710). 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. 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. Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at https://arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/. About Us 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. At Ark John Archer Primary Academy we are proud to serve the local community, which is representative of this busy and exciting area in London. Our pupils come from many different backgrounds and cultures; we all learn together, and everyone is valued, supported and encouraged. Conveniently, the academy is situated near Clapham Junction, making it easily accessible for staff and families. Visit arkjohnarcher.org/jobs 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. 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.