Business Support Officer - Pastoral & Exclusions

Ark; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Ark is seeking a Business Support Officer - Pastoral & Exclusions to join its team at Ark Alexandra Academy. The role involves teaching MFL subjects, specifically French and/or Spanish, offering competitive salary packages with relocation support. Ideal candidates should demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, fostering a nurturing learning environment.

Benefits

Salary above national pay scales

Weekly staff training tailored to school needs

Access to high-quality professional development

Relocation support up to £5,000

Coaching for teachers

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic MFL teacher, capable of teaching French and/or Spanish.
• Newly qualified or experienced applicants welcome.
• Commitment to personal development and collaborative working.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging MFL lessons across KS3, KS4, and KS5.
• Create a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment for students.
• Support students' learning and development.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

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Business Support Officer - Pastoral & Exclusions, London

Client: Ark

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

Location: Ark Alexandra Academy

Role Type: Teacher

Vacancy Description: We are seeking enthusiastic MFL teachers capable of teaching French and/or Spanish. We offer up to £5K relocation package and potential TLR for the right candidate. Salary ranges from £30,570 to £48,390.

Start date: April / September 2024 or ASAP

Location: Ark Alexandra Academy, Hastings, East Sussex

Salary: £30,570 to £48,390 (pro rata if part-time) + up to £5K relocation and potential TLR

Hours: Full-time or Part-Time

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 9.00 am on 08 March 2024

The school reserves the right to withdraw this advert if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.

We welcome applicants from enthusiastic teachers of French and/or Spanish, whether newly qualified or experienced. We aim to work to the strengths of the successful candidate.

The MFL Department offers French and Spanish at KS3, KS4, and KS5. At KS3, students follow an Ark MFL curriculum; at KS4, they follow the Edexcel syllabus. Our curriculum prepares students well for A level and degree studies. We promote language learning as a vital part of the curriculum.

For more information, please read the full job description and person specification in the downloadable information pack.

We’re looking for individuals who:

• Lead by example with outstanding practice and professionalism
• Articulate a love of their subject
• Communicate effectively with students of all abilities
• Care about students, their learning, and their futures
• Manage behaviour effectively to create a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment
• Are committed to personal development and collaborative working

About Ark Alexandra:

Ark Alexandra is a two-campus secondary academy with a Sixth Form in Hastings, East Sussex. It is the largest secondary school in the Ark network with over 1,600 students. The school was rated Good in its most recent Ofsted inspection in September 2021.

We work closely with feeder primary schools, all graded Outstanding by Ofsted. As a Church of England school, our values of faith, excellence, and kindness underpin our ethos. We welcome students of all faiths and none, aiming to create a school where everyone is accepted, included, and empowered.

What we offer:

• Salary above national pay scales
• More training days and network-wide events with Ark colleagues
• Weekly staff training tailored to school needs
• Coaching for teachers
• Protected co-planning time
• Access to high-quality professional development, including NPQML and NPQSL qualifications
• Opportunities to collaborate across the network

We support staff relocation with up to £5,000 and assistance with housing, school enrollment, and community integration to ensure a smooth transition into Hastings.