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Class Teacher (Nursery)

🏒 Ark Schools β€’ πŸ“ United Kingdom β€’ πŸ•’ Sep 14, 2026
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Position Overview & Specifications

Class Teacher (Nursery)

Location: Ark Franklin Primary Academy

Salary: AM1 (Β£35,368) AM6 (Β£45,876)


Nursery Teacher
You 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 Franklin, you will be supported by unrivalled training, weekly coaching and CPD from the Ark network of schools to develop yourself as an excellent teacher.
We offer attractive remuneration above the national pay scales, as well as a range of benefits including reduced gym membership and retail discounts. We are a kind, happy and friendly team based near Kensal Rise station with a wonderful community of parents, staff and children. If you would like to know more, please do get in touch.

Please note that interviews will be held on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the application process early. Early application is advised.

Start Date: September 2023 Location: Kensal Rise, NW6 Salary: Ark Main Pay Scale AM1 – AM6 (Β£35,368 - Β£45,876) Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 08 May 2023 09:00


Our ideal candidates will be:

  • Able to demonstrate high levels of ambition and optimism for both themselves and their pupils
  • Determined to make a real difference in the lives of our children.
  • Always looking to improve their practice and develop in their careers

View the full Job Description and Person Specification here.

In return, we offer:

  • A friendly, collegiate working environment
  • An innovative and experienced staff team
  • A broad and ambitious culturally rich curriculum, driven by a love of reading
  • A school committed to the enjoyment, achievement and well-being of all
  • An engaged and supportive wider community
  • Unrivalled professional development opportunities

How to apply

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, we would be delighted to hear from you. We welcome applications from newly qualified as well as experienced teachers, and invite visits, both virtually and in person. To arrange a visit please contact the headteacher, Peter Watkins by emailing info@arkfranklinprimary.org or visiting our website at www.arkfranklinprimary.org

To apply, please complete the online application form.


Safeguarding

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. 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.

Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

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Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

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Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Recruitment Insights

Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Class Teacher (Nursery) roles across Ark Schools's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:

1. Domain Competency

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2. Behavioral & Leadership

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3. Compensation Alignment

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