Primary Class Teacher - Ark Ayrton Primary Academy

Portsmouth City Council; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Coaching programme

Observational visits

Supportive staff network

Additional PPA & planning

Staff socials

Art Network CPD

Creative curriculum

Engaged students

Pastoral support

ECT mentoring

Job summary

Ark Ayrton Primary Academy in Portsmouth is seeking a Primary Class Teacher to join the team from January 2026, with the possibility of an earlier start for the right candidate.

You will teach on the Ark Teacher Main Pay Scale 1-5 (£33,739-£43,173), work in a two-form entry school with pastoral support, a strong CPD program, and opportunities to collaborate across practices.

Responsibilities

• Uphold and demonstrate the vision and ethos of the Academy at all times
• Provide a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment for children, where all can thrive
• To take ownership of own development and support the development of others
• To plan and teach effective lessons that engage, motivate and inspire children to achieve
• Regularly assess children and be accountable for their progress and attainment
• Communicate effectively with parents and other stake holders
• To undertake various responsibilities as directed by the Headteacher

Job description

Primary Class Teacher

Location: Ark Ayrton Primary Academy

Salary: Ark Teacher Main Pay Scale 1-5: £33,739 to £43,173

Address: Somers Road, Southsea, PO5 4LS

Contract: FTC for 26/27 Academic Year

The children of Ark Ayrton Primary Academy are looking for another Great Teacher to join our amazing school team from January 2026, with the possibility of an earlier start date for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Uphold and demonstrate the vision and ethos of the Academy at all times
• Provide a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment for children, where all can thrive
• To take ownership of own development and support the development of others
• To plan and teach effective lessons that engage, motivate and inspire children to achieve
• Regularly assess children and be accountable for their progress and attainment
• Communicate effectively with parents and other stake holders
• To undertake various responsibilities as directed by the Headteacher

We can offer you:

• Great coaching programme, which is supportive and will develop you to be outstanding!
• Opportunities to visit other practises and learn from a variety of practitioners
• Supportive network of staff around you
• Additional PPA and co-planning on top of your statutory allowance for all teaching staff
• Sociable and friendly staff with regular staff socials
• CPD opportunities through the Art Network
• Creative curriculum to engage and motivate children
• Amazing children who are eager to learn, caring and kind
• A chance to make a difference
• A well-resourced school that provides children with an opportunity to excel in all curriculum areas
• Dedicated Pastoral team to provide an additional layer of support for children.
• For Early Career Teachers, we can offer you an in-depth support programme and experienced mentor

About us:

Ark Ayrton are a two-form entry primary school and nursery, situated in the heart of Portsmouth, close to the sea. We have high expectations of our children and for our children of what they can achieve. Our priorities are to ensure all children are here, safe, happy and learning well at all times.

This means we also have high expectations of ourselves, our parents and carers and the other people who work with us in improving outcomes for our children. We work closely with our partners and challenge each other openly and honestly to be sure we never lose sight of the vision and the job to be done in achieving excellence for all.

We have a strong and dedicated staff team at Ayrton - all ready to provide the best education and environment for the children to thrive in every day. We have a bespoke Curriculum, written by us for our children and we are passionate and relentless in ensuring that there is something for everyone ay Ark Ayrton.

We have been graded as 'Good' in all areas by Ofsted and as part of the Ark network of schools, we are committed to making sure that every child has access to a great education and real choices in life.

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our academies. In order to meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process which will include questions about safeguarding. This process is outlined here, but can be provided in more detail if requested. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for the role.

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 click this link.

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. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link.