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 an enthusiastic and capable leader of Business to drive our successful KS5 programme through an exciting time of curriculum reform. The successful candidate will be a passionate advocate for inclusive practice, with a strong track record in the classroom, ready to join our thriving and successful school community. Interviews will be held in the weeks commencing 11th May 2026 & 18th May 2026. Benefits: An externally recognised progression route with the support of a nationally recognised network 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 A dedicated Employee Assistance and benefits package from Ark Rewards Varied routes into teaching and industry-recognised professional qualifications (Ark Teacher Training, PGCE, Teach First, Now Teach, NPQML, NPQSL, BA and Masters programmes)aried 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 ECTs and trainees. Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at About Us We are 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 believe in the immense potential of each of our pupils and we are committed to giving them every possible opportunity to succeed. Every student should leave the academy with real choices: to continue into further and higher education or pursue the career of their choice. Our academy is shaped by its culture of inclusion and mutual respect, which encourages a close working relationship between students and staff. We are working hard to provide an inspirational and secure environment which recognises and celebrates success whilst challenging students to realise their full potential. 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 Visit walworthacademy.org/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.
May 02, 2026
Full time
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 an enthusiastic and capable leader of Business to drive our successful KS5 programme through an exciting time of curriculum reform. The successful candidate will be a passionate advocate for inclusive practice, with a strong track record in the classroom, ready to join our thriving and successful school community. Interviews will be held in the weeks commencing 11th May 2026 & 18th May 2026. Benefits: An externally recognised progression route with the support of a nationally recognised network 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 A dedicated Employee Assistance and benefits package from Ark Rewards Varied routes into teaching and industry-recognised professional qualifications (Ark Teacher Training, PGCE, Teach First, Now Teach, NPQML, NPQSL, BA and Masters programmes)aried 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 ECTs and trainees. Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at About Us We are 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 believe in the immense potential of each of our pupils and we are committed to giving them every possible opportunity to succeed. Every student should leave the academy with real choices: to continue into further and higher education or pursue the career of their choice. Our academy is shaped by its culture of inclusion and mutual respect, which encourages a close working relationship between students and staff. We are working hard to provide an inspirational and secure environment which recognises and celebrates success whilst challenging students to realise their full potential. 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 Visit walworthacademy.org/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.
WORKING WITH US Harris Academy Rainham is a very popular and oversubscribed 11-16 academy which is part of the Harris Federation. We joined the Federation in September 2016 and there are exciting times ahead. We opened a Sixth Form for 400 students in September 2023 and are looking for ambitious and dedicated staff who wish to be a part of our Academy. At Harris Academy Rainham we have a dedicated group of staff who are deeply committed to serve our community. We have built a school on our core values of Belong, believe, Become. These values are at the heart of our school and all that we do. What makes us different: Our values are at the centre of our school and aren't simply a slogan on a website. We have a firm but fair approach to behaviour. This is built on the use of consistent routines and teaching our students how to behave. We deliver a knowledge rich curriculum that is developed by our staff to meet the needs of our students. The knowledge we teach takes our students beyond their everyday experiences and enables them to see the world differently. Our leaders are role models, they lead by example, admit mistakes, welcome opinions and love honest conversations. We are a staff united against educational disadvantage with a fierce determination to show our students the world beyond Havering. What we can do for you: Great career progression both within our Academy and the Federation. Excellent professional development opportunities. As a Leading edge school we have been recognised as being at the forefront of educational thinking and research is central to all we do. Meaningful measures to manage workload - no graded observations, early finish on a Friday, no onerous marking requirements but sensible feedback policies. Bespoke support and line management from excellent leaders across the school. Opportunities for fantastic professional growth as the school develops a sixth from. A school where subjects are 'front and centre' of all we do. The subject determines our pedagogy. To learn more about working in our academy and what we can offer you, view our academy page via the "why work at" button. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of Business Studies and Economics. At Harris Academy Rainham, you will join a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our excellent students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you. Harris Academy Rainham is open to flexible working so full and part time applications are welcome. There are opportunities for a LP role for the right candidate. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY The purpose of your role will be: To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate. To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/form tutor To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential To contribute to raising standards of student attainment To share and support the academy's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth Your main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of: Operational and strategic planning (including lesson planning, developing resources and syllabuses, and contributing to the departmental plan) Curriculum planning Staff development (including continuing professional development and engaging fully in the Performance Management Review process) Quality assurance (including contributing to the process of monitoring and evaluating the subject area) Management of information (including maintaining appropriate records and tracking student progress) Communications with students, parents and other stakeholders Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students) Teaching, ensuring a high quality learning experience for students WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR The successful candidate will: Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary Have good written and spoken communication skills Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively Have excellent time management skills Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Teacher Development At Harris, we have curated professional development pathways that will guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. With a strong network of passionate educators, expert development initiatives and a multitude of opportunities for career progression, your journey with Harris could be the most rewarding one yet. We offer a wide range of high quality teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership. Find out more here. Flexible Working We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual's circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees. Benefits In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance (usually £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION Thank you for your interest in this position. If you would like to discuss this opportunity, or to request a visit, please email the academy via the Why work page on harriscareers. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be help you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
WORKING WITH US Harris Academy Rainham is a very popular and oversubscribed 11-16 academy which is part of the Harris Federation. We joined the Federation in September 2016 and there are exciting times ahead. We opened a Sixth Form for 400 students in September 2023 and are looking for ambitious and dedicated staff who wish to be a part of our Academy. At Harris Academy Rainham we have a dedicated group of staff who are deeply committed to serve our community. We have built a school on our core values of Belong, believe, Become. These values are at the heart of our school and all that we do. What makes us different: Our values are at the centre of our school and aren't simply a slogan on a website. We have a firm but fair approach to behaviour. This is built on the use of consistent routines and teaching our students how to behave. We deliver a knowledge rich curriculum that is developed by our staff to meet the needs of our students. The knowledge we teach takes our students beyond their everyday experiences and enables them to see the world differently. Our leaders are role models, they lead by example, admit mistakes, welcome opinions and love honest conversations. We are a staff united against educational disadvantage with a fierce determination to show our students the world beyond Havering. What we can do for you: Great career progression both within our Academy and the Federation. Excellent professional development opportunities. As a Leading edge school we have been recognised as being at the forefront of educational thinking and research is central to all we do. Meaningful measures to manage workload - no graded observations, early finish on a Friday, no onerous marking requirements but sensible feedback policies. Bespoke support and line management from excellent leaders across the school. Opportunities for fantastic professional growth as the school develops a sixth from. A school where subjects are 'front and centre' of all we do. The subject determines our pedagogy. To learn more about working in our academy and what we can offer you, view our academy page via the "why work at" button. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of Business Studies and Economics. At Harris Academy Rainham, you will join a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our excellent students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you. Harris Academy Rainham is open to flexible working so full and part time applications are welcome. There are opportunities for a LP role for the right candidate. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY The purpose of your role will be: To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate. To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/form tutor To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential To contribute to raising standards of student attainment To share and support the academy's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth Your main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of: Operational and strategic planning (including lesson planning, developing resources and syllabuses, and contributing to the departmental plan) Curriculum planning Staff development (including continuing professional development and engaging fully in the Performance Management Review process) Quality assurance (including contributing to the process of monitoring and evaluating the subject area) Management of information (including maintaining appropriate records and tracking student progress) Communications with students, parents and other stakeholders Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students) Teaching, ensuring a high quality learning experience for students WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR The successful candidate will: Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary Have good written and spoken communication skills Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively Have excellent time management skills Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Teacher Development At Harris, we have curated professional development pathways that will guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. With a strong network of passionate educators, expert development initiatives and a multitude of opportunities for career progression, your journey with Harris could be the most rewarding one yet. We offer a wide range of high quality teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership. Find out more here. Flexible Working We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual's circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees. Benefits In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance (usually £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION Thank you for your interest in this position. If you would like to discuss this opportunity, or to request a visit, please email the academy via the Why work page on harriscareers. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be help you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Job Title: Secondary Supply Teacher Location: Tameside Start Date: Immediate Ongoing throughout academic year Salary: £140 £190 per day Secondary Teachers Needed Day-to-Day & Short-Term Cover Cover People are working with welcoming and supportive secondary schools across Tameside to recruit passionate and reliable qualified teachers for day-to-day supply and short-term cover roles throughout the academic year. Whether you re looking for flexibility, variety, or the chance to focus on teaching without additional responsibilities, we have regular supply work available now across a wide range of subjects, including: English Mathematics Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) Modern Foreign Languages Humanities (History, Geography, Religious Studies) Arts (Art, Drama, Music) Physical Education Design & Technology Computing & ICT Business Studies PSHE & Citizenship Why Choose Cover People for Supply? Immediate opportunities for day-to-day and short-term cover Work that fits around your lifestyle and commitments Regular placements in supportive local schools Friendly consultants who understand your subject and career goals Key Responsibilities Deliver engaging lessons to KS3 and KS4 students (and KS5 where required) Adapt quickly to different school settings Maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment Uphold school policies and behaviour expectations Essential Requirements QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) Strong classroom management skills Good subject knowledge in your specialist area Flexibility and adaptability for supply teaching What We Offer Competitive daily rates (£140 £190) Reliable supply work across Tameside schools Variety of day-to-day and short-term placements Ongoing support from our approachable consultants All pay rates quoted include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. Ready to start supply teaching this academic year? Apply today and Cover People will help you secure regular, flexible teaching work across Tameside!
Oct 02, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Secondary Supply Teacher Location: Tameside Start Date: Immediate Ongoing throughout academic year Salary: £140 £190 per day Secondary Teachers Needed Day-to-Day & Short-Term Cover Cover People are working with welcoming and supportive secondary schools across Tameside to recruit passionate and reliable qualified teachers for day-to-day supply and short-term cover roles throughout the academic year. Whether you re looking for flexibility, variety, or the chance to focus on teaching without additional responsibilities, we have regular supply work available now across a wide range of subjects, including: English Mathematics Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) Modern Foreign Languages Humanities (History, Geography, Religious Studies) Arts (Art, Drama, Music) Physical Education Design & Technology Computing & ICT Business Studies PSHE & Citizenship Why Choose Cover People for Supply? Immediate opportunities for day-to-day and short-term cover Work that fits around your lifestyle and commitments Regular placements in supportive local schools Friendly consultants who understand your subject and career goals Key Responsibilities Deliver engaging lessons to KS3 and KS4 students (and KS5 where required) Adapt quickly to different school settings Maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment Uphold school policies and behaviour expectations Essential Requirements QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) Strong classroom management skills Good subject knowledge in your specialist area Flexibility and adaptability for supply teaching What We Offer Competitive daily rates (£140 £190) Reliable supply work across Tameside schools Variety of day-to-day and short-term placements Ongoing support from our approachable consultants All pay rates quoted include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. Ready to start supply teaching this academic year? Apply today and Cover People will help you secure regular, flexible teaching work across Tameside!
