English Teacher

Ark Charter Academy  

Teacher of English

Reporting to: Director of English 

Location: Ark Charter Academy 

Contract: Permanent 

Working Pattern: Full Time 

Salary: MPS/UPS (£34,921 - £54,952) 

Start Date:  22/02/2027 or earlier if applicable

Interviews will take place as suitable candidates apply so early application is highly encouraged. 

Summary of the Role 

Are you passionate about literature, language and the transformative power of education? Do you want to inspire young people to become confident communicators, critical thinkers and lifelong readers? 

We are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Teacher of English to join our successful English department at Ark Charter Academy. Whether you are an Early Career Teacher looking to begin your teaching journey in a supportive environment or an experience practitioner seeking your next challenge, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people.  

As a Teacher of English, you will play a key role in delivering an ambitious and engaging curriculum that develops students' reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills. You will create a positive and challenging classroom culture where all students are encourage to achieve their full potential, regardless of their starting point or background.  

You will work alongside a dedicated and collaborative team that is committed to academic excellence and passionate about ensuring every student develops a genuine love of English and literature. 

This role is suitable for Early Careers Teachers. 

Our Ideal Candidate: 

If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for any questions, please contact Keah Stell, HR Lead, on [email protected]. 

• Salaries 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 learning
• Development opportunities for future leaders
• Generous 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 retailers
• Interest-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.

Ark 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.