Ark Teacher Training Programme

About Ark

In the UK, the strongest predictor of how a child will do at school continues to be what their parents do for a living – but why should this be the accepted status quo?

Ark is a charity that aims to transform children’s lives through education.

This high-quality learning programme has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, offering a unique blend of theory and hands-on training to ensure successful candidates have the support they need to become incredible teachers for the next generation.

Ark works mainly in communities of lower income with a history of academic underachievement and by joining one of our 39 schools as a Graduate Trainee Teacher, you will be making a direct impact on young people’s lives through high-quality teaching…making educational equity a reality. 

What Does a Graduate Trainee Teacher do?

We provide one of the very best teacher training routes in the UK. You will learn to teach outstanding lessons and help pupils achieve excellent results; opening up a world of incredible opportunities for them.

In this role, you will engage in inspirational professional development that will help you to exceed the level of practice expected of teachers as defined in the Teachers’ Standards.

You will be able to demonstrate consistently high levels of personal and professional conduct, and be a role-model, positively impacting the school and the students.

Supported by a strong network of knowledgeable educators throughout, at the end of your training year you will gain a PGCE qualification and Qualified Teacher Status. You can also progress onto our Early Career Teacher (ECT) programme to continue to build on the skills, theory and practice that you have already learnt.

Our programme places heavy emphasis on diversity both within recruitment of our trainees and within the training. It’s incredibly important that pupils have a rich and diverse teaching body to learn from; they’re able to see themselves in positions of leadership and authority, while their perceptions and world views are broadened.

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Ark Schools are committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse workforce, with a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

More About Our Outstanding Teacher Training Programme

Ark Teacher Training (ATT) is a school-based programme offering the perfect mixture of theory and classroom practice.

Trainees are based in school from day one, so you have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships within the school community.

We have around 200 trainees on the programme every year and in Summer 2023 we welcomed our tenth cohort of graduates, so we have lots of experience helping people like you to excel!

We are looking for aspiring teachers from a range of backgrounds to train in our schools in London, Birmingham, Portsmouth or Hastings.

Working in the areas of greatest need across four regions makes for a significant challenge, but we are passionate about what we do. Our sense of purpose to provide quality education to all is integral to our training programme so if you are passionate too, we’d love to see your application!

Desired subjects are as follows:

• Science
• Business studies
• Computing
• Maths
• English
• Geography
• Languages - French and Spanish
• History
• RE
• Music
• Primary

Interested to find out more?

Webinar 1: ‘Trainee Talks: Introduction to Teaching’

Join us for an insightful webinar where we introduce you to the world of teaching. This session is perfect for anyone considering a career in education as you will hear firsthand from a current trainee and get your questions answered! Here’s what we’ll cover:

• About Ark Teacher Training: Learn about our mission, values, and the support we offer to aspiring teachers.
• Eligibility: Find out the requirements and qualifications needed to join our program.
• Routes into Teaching: Explore the different pathways to becoming a teacher and how Ark can help you on your journey.
• Funding: Get detailed information on the financial support available, including scholarships and bursaries.
• Hear from a Trainee: Listen to a current trainee share their experiences and insights.
• Q&A Session: Have your questions answered by our trainee and team members.

Sign up - Trainee Talks: Introduction to Teaching - Weds 11th Dec 11am-12pm

Webinar 2: Trainee Talks: Training Insight

Join us for an engaging webinar where we provide an in-depth look into the Ark Teacher Training program. This session is ideal for those interested in understanding the comprehensive training and support we offer. Here’s what we’ll cover:

• Key Overview: Learn about Ark Teacher Training, our mission, and the unique benefits of our program.
• Funding: Discover the financial support options available
• Programme Overview: Get a detailed look at the structure and content of our training program.
• Climate for Learning Training: Participate in a ‘What to do’ session with an ATT tutor, focusing on creating a positive learning environment.
• Q&A Session: Have your questions answered by our trainee and team members.

Sign up - Trainee Talks: Training Insight– Weds 27th Nov 4pm-5pm

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