Associate Primary Teacher; Leadership Release & Support

Start Date:

January 2027 or sooner

Interviews:
Please note that interviews will be held on a rolling basis and we may call candidates to interview before the closing date. Early application is therefore strongly advised.

Come and join our team at Ark Franklin, where you will benefit from unrivalled training, bespoke coaching and ongoing professional development through the Ark network of schools, helping you develop into an exceptional teacher and future school leader.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented teacher to join our team as an Associate Primary Teacher. This is an exciting opportunity to teach across a range of year groups, working closely with leaders and experienced colleagues while developing a broad understanding of primary practice across the school.

The role will primarily involve teaching classes to release senior leaders for leadership responsibilities, curriculum development and school improvement work. It offers a unique opportunity to gain experience across different year groups, learn from outstanding practitioners and play a key role in maintaining high-quality teaching throughout the school.

For the right candidate, there is a clear expectation that this role will develop into a permanent class teacher position as opportunities arise. This is an ideal opportunity for a teacher who wants to develop rapidly and gain experience across the primary phase before moving into a permanent class teacher role.

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for every child.
• Is flexible, adaptable and excited by the opportunity to work across different year groups.
• Is enthusiastic, committed and eager to learn from experienced school leaders.
• Is determined to make a real difference in the lives of children.
• Is reflective and always looking to improve their practice.
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and has the right to work in the UK.

As an Ark Franklin teacher, you will be joining a school and a network that prioritises two things above all else:

• Exceptionally high ambition for children, particularly those facing barriers to education, including disadvantage and additional educational needs.
• Outstanding staff development, with high-quality training and professional learning at every stage of your career.

You’ll also become part of a warm, supportive and ambitious school community where talented colleagues inspire one another, collaboration is valued, and everyone shares a common goal of helping every child flourish. You’ll work alongside experienced leaders and outstanding practitioners, gain valuable experience across multiple year groups to accelerate your development, and benefit from excellent opportunities for professional growth and career progression.

As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• A broad, ambitious and knowledge-rich curriculum that develops children’s vocabulary, confidence and cultural understanding.
• A school that places equal importance on enjoyment, achievement and wellbeing for both pupils and staff.
• A highly engaged and supportive parent and wider school community.

Alongside this, you’ll benefit from a fantastic package of rewards and benefits, including:

• Salaries that are 2.5% above the national main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard, providing unrivalled opportunities for professional growth.
• A generous pension scheme.
• Access to Ark Rewards, offering discounts and savings at over 3,000 major retailers.
• Interest-free loans of up to £5,000 for season tickets or bicycle purchases.
• Gym membership discounts of up to 40%.
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, including free and confidential counselling, legal advice and wellbeing support.

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