Ark Walworth Academy is a thriving school in the heart of central London. We serve a vibrant, diverse community in Zone 2, with excellent access to all the city has to offer for students and staff alike.
We seek a successful social scientist to lead and deliver our Sociology provision. As part of a large network, the successful candidate will be able to access a dedicated group of specialist support and development from across a rane of our schools. Our sixth form is popular and diverse, and as a result we are able to accommodate a specialist with a range of second subject expertise. Applications are therefore encouraged from qualified sociologists with a range of expertise. The successful candidate will be a strong communicator, keen to make their contribution in our thriving and dynamic school.
Our staff are:
• Committed, enthusiastic practitioners seeking to support excellent progress for our students
• Educators who aspire to the highest standards of behaviour, academic success, and wellbeing for all in our community
• Resilient, reflective and thoughtful professionals, seeking to develop themselves with us
In return, we offer:
• An externally recognised progression route with the support of a nationally recognised network
• Dedicated Network Leads for subjects and areas, providing cutting-edge training and development opportunities
• A fully accessible, well resourced, multi-million pound building in which to practice, accessible via various transport links, including train, tube and bus services from Elephant and Castle, as well as bus links from London Bridge and Tower Bridge
• A school community with a genuine family ethos, investing in staff wellbeing with sports and events
• Varied routes into teaching and industry-recognised professional qualifications (Ark Teacher Training, PGCE, Teach First, Now Teach, NPQML, NPQSL, BA and Masters programmes)
• A comprehensive support and induction programme for all staff including accommodation in zone 2 available for NQTs and trainees.
• A dedicated Employee Assistance and benefits package from Ark Rewards
The full job description and person specification can be found HERE.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, therefore, early applications are encouraged.
We look forward to receiving your application.