About The RoleArk Charter AcademyTeacher of ScienceReporting to: Director of ScienceLocation: Ark Charter AcademyContract: PermanentWorking Pattern:

Full TimeSalary:

MPS/UPSStart Date:

03/11/2025 or Sooner if PossibleInterviews will take place as suitable candidates apply so early application is highly encouraged.Inspire. Educate. Empower.Ark Charter Academy is seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher of Science to join our dynamic and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled educator who is enthusiastic about fostering a love for science in young minds and committed to delivering high-quality teaching across KS3/4.About the RoleYou will be instrumental in our mission to provide every student a great education and real choices in life, regardless of their background. A passionate practitioner, you will deliver high-quality, rigorous lessons that drive achievement and inspire a love of learning that extends beyond the classroom.At Charter we understand that to be successful, we must provide our students with the highest level of challenge and the highest expectations of behaviour. Our academy is disciplined, never shying away from being responsible for our actions. At Charter our vision is that our students grow to be confident, articulate and resilient young people, assured in their strength of courage, value of justice and necessity of respect.This role is suitable for Early Careers Teachers.Our Ideal Candidate:Qualified to teach and work in the UKA degree in science or a related subjectGenuine passion for teaching ScienceMotivated and resilient with a commitment to achieving excellenceBenefitsSalaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.10 inset days (of which at least one is dedicated to staff wellbeing)A behaviour policy that ensures disruption-free learningDevelopment opportunities for future leadersGenerous pension scheme.Up to £3,000 relocation costs to move to the south coast (dependent on the role)Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailersInterest-free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/

.About UsArk Charter Academy is a happy and vibrant school located in the heart of Portsmouth. We believe that every young person should feel a sense of belonging to our school community and enjoy their learning.We inspire and support our students so they can become the very best they can in every single way. With love and care, we develop motivation both inside and outside the classroom, encouraging an appetite for learning in a safe and stimulating Christian environment. We want our students to become the leaders and game-changers of the future.To achieve this we offer an academic curriculum that strives to expose all pupils to the richness of education, allowing them to experience a diversity of subjects during their time with us.Our teachers and support staff work hard every day to inspire each and every student to develop skills which will help them to achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves in recognising hard work and rewarding it accordingly, providing opportunities for professional and personal growth in school and across the wider Ark network.Visit charteracademy.org.uk/jobs to learn more about us and see our current vacancies.Diversity and inclusion: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.Safeguarding statement:Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.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.Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.