Head of Physics

Ark; Hastings; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school is seeking a Teacher of History to join a newly developed team at Ark Soane Academy. The ideal candidate will demonstrate high expectations for student engagement and learning, fostering a positive environment and supporting ongoing development in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Unwavering determination to deliver excellence for students.
• Drive, skills, and resilience to help develop a new school.
• Commitment to high expectations for academic achievement.

Responsibilities

• Join a strong history department to enhance history education.
• Support student responsibility and development through teaching.
• Engage in staff development through mentoring and training.

Skills

Managing behaviour

Delivering excellence

Reflective practice

Job description

Location: Ark Soane Academy

Role Type: Teacher of History

Vacancy Description: We are recruiting an exceptional team of staff to support the next stage of development of a genuinely transformational school. We are looking for candidates who are able to demonstrate the highest expectations of student effort and conduct and are able to do so with kindness and warmth.

Salary: From £37,667 to £59,242

Details:

• Location: Acton, West London - a five-minute walk from Acton Town tube station
• Salary: MPS / UPS
• Contract: Permanent
• Working hours: Full-time
• Start date: September 2024
• Closing date: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis; early applications are advised.
• Interview date: TBC

About the role:

We are recruiting an exceptional team of staff to support the next stage of development of a genuinely transformational school. We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate the highest expectations of student effort and conduct and do so with kindness and warmth.

The successful candidate will join a very strong history department and will work collaboratively to shape history provision at the school, embed the school vision, and develop an outstanding school that empowers students to take responsibility and drive their own destiny.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow with the school. They will be supported in their development and preparation for future roles. Teaching experience is not a prerequisite – applications from NQTs and experienced teachers are welcome. We will support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and extensive training opportunities.

Our ideal candidate will be:

• Have an unwavering determination to deliver excellence for students from all starting points
• Share Ark Soane’s beliefs, vision, and mission, aligned with the Ark six pillars
• Be committed to high expectations for academic achievement and personal development
• Be dedicated to improving classroom practice and raising attainment
• Manage behaviour effectively to create a positive learning environment
• Possess the drive, skills, and resilience to help develop a new school
• Combine subject expertise with a passion for teaching
• Be reflective and committed to the school’s ongoing development
• Support practices that drive progress across Ark schools

For full vacancy details, see the Job pack.

About our school:

Ark Soane Academy is a new, non-selective, non-denominational secondary school opened in September 2021. We are committed to delivering a challenging curriculum in a calm, respectful environment with outstanding teaching and behaviour.

Part of Ark, one of the UK’s most successful school groups, our network includes 39 schools across 4 locations. Our school currently has 540 students in Years 7-9, growing annually to full capacity by 2028. We recently moved into a new building, offering a unique opportunity to join a thriving, collaborative team committed to high standards and student success.

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Created on 17/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom