Head of School

The Head of School will be a committed, visible and caring leader serving a diverse community , w ith over 38 % of our pupils on free school meals . This is an exciting opportunity for a proven As sistant or Vice Principal with a track record of hands - on leadership and excellent communication . The appointed Head of School will have the support of a dedicated Executive Principal , the wider Ark network and fellow Ark heads . T his could also be the ideal role for an existing Headteacher who value s collaboration and is looking to join a network of schools where they can have wider impact. The new Head of School will join Ark Conway this September, or sooner if possible.

The incoming Head of School will join a high-achieving primary school praised in its most recent Ofsted (July 2024) ; but with more work to do . We are seeking to appoint a h ardworking and committed Head of Sch o ol who values the importance of building strong relationships with parents, staff and children.

We warmly welcome and encourage confidential conversations about the role and visits to our school for suitable candidates. If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity and would like to speak with our Director of Primary, Lorraine Clarke or our Senior Recruitment Advisor, Shevonnae Sokoya, please email [email protected] .

To apply, please submit an application via the Ark recruitment portal by 9am on F riday 15 th May . If you have any questions, concerns or time constraints with applying please contact us directly.

For more information about the role, the school and Ark, please view the full job pack.

• Influence across network-wide issues through our principal meetings and regional collaboration
• Guidance from a sup portive Executive Principal
• On-hand expertise from our dedicated network education and operations teams who are ready to support you and your school
• Bespoke teacher development programmes supported by the Great Teacher Rubric
• Excellent career development opportunities across both the region and wider Ark network
• Access to excellent senior leadership training
• Highly competitive remuneration .

We pride ourselves on having the highest expectations for all pupils at the school, which results in high achievement for all. Our values-based culture ensures a happy and respectful environment, where children develop self-awareness and subsequently embrace learning from their mistakes.

At Ark Conway Primary Academy, every member of staff is vital. Through outstanding leadership, teaching and pastoral support, we provide an inspirational environment which celebrates success and encourages pupils to strive for excellence in everything they do.

Ark Conway Primary Academy is part of the Ark network, one of the country's most successful multi-academy trusts. The newly appointed Head of School will have the support of a dedicated Executive Principal and have access to exceptional coaching and training opportunities, as well as the opportunity to collaborate with principal colleagues across London and our wider network.

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 .