Secondary PRE Teacher

Ark; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Philosophy and Religious Education Teacher to inspire and educate students. This role involves teaching at KS3 and GCSE/A-Level, contributing to a supportive and thriving academic community. The ideal candidate will align with the school's curriculum and work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance student outcomes. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization values the contributions of all staff members. Join a forward-thinking team that prioritizes student success and professional development in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Salaries above the main pay scale

Twice as many training days

Generous pension scheme

Access to Ark rewards

Interest-free loans for season tickets

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching Philosophy and Religious Education.
• Aligns with the curriculum and teaching approach.

Responsibilities

• Teach Philosophy and Religious Education to students at KS3 and GCSE/A-Level.
• Collaborate with other teachers and leaders to ensure excellent outcomes.

Skills

Philosophy

Religious Education

Curriculum Development

Teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Philosophy or Religious Studies

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Philosophy and Religious Education Teacher to join our team. Students at Ark John Keats study PRE once a week at KS3, and our GCSE and A-Level courses are both popular with excellent outcomes. All students are offered a free Chromebook to support curriculum implementation and our digital strategy.

Ideal candidates will align with our curriculum and teaching approach, working closely with other teachers, leaders in the AJK PRE team, and across the Ark network to ensure excellent student outcomes.

Benefits

• Salaries 2.5% above the main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to Ark rewards with savings at over 3,000 retailers.
• Interest-free loans up to £5,000 for season tickets or bicycles.
• Gym discounts up to 40%.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free, confidential support including counselling and legal advice.

Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark here.

About Us

Founded in 2013, Ark John Keats has grown from one reception class to an all-through school with over 1700 pupils, from nursery to Year 13. Our secondary school is oversubscribed, with a supportive community committed to our vision. We aim for all children to gain the academic knowledge for university progression, develop a love of learning, and become responsible, well-mannered individuals.

As part of Ark Schools, we share a belief in our six pillars, which you can learn about here.

Visit arkjohnkeats.org/jobs to learn more about us.

How to get to us?

By rail from central London: Our nearest station, Turkey Street, is a 10-minute walk. It connects to Seven Sisters, Stoke Newington, Hackney Downs, and Liverpool Street. National Rail services from Tottenham Hale and Hackney Downs also stop nearby.

By car: Easily accessible with free on-site parking; most of North East London is within 30 minutes.

Diversity and inclusion: We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive organization where everyone can thrive. To learn more, please click here.

Safeguarding: Ark is dedicated to safeguarding children and young people. All employees undergo a rigorous selection process, including an enhanced DBS check. Disclosure of criminal records will be considered based on the nature and timing of offences. For more, see our safer recruitment policy.

Please note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and this role may close early. We encourage early applications.