Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Basildon
School Setting: Secondary School
Contract Type: Permanent
REF: SENDIRECT/191670
Rate: £31,650 – £49,084 per annum
Hours: Full time
Start Date: September 2025
Are you a dynamic and knowledgeable Teacher of Business and Economics ready to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs and economic thinkers? A forward-thinking secondary school in Basildon is seeking a skilled educator to join their team from September 2025. This full-time, permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to teach well-resourced and high-demand subjects in a supportive and ambitious school environment.
You will deliver engaging lessons across KS4 and KS5, helping students develop critical thinking, commercial awareness, and a deeper understanding of economic systems. The successful candidate will have a passion for business and economics education, strong classroom management, and the ability to bring real-world relevance into every lesson.
With a competitive salary, excellent CPD opportunities, and a collaborative staff culture, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher or a confident early-career professional looking to make an impact.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and deliver engaging Business and Economics lessons at KS4 and KS5.
* Support students in developing commercial awareness and economic understanding.
* Monitor and assess progress, providing high-quality feedback and support.
* Contribute to curriculum planning and enrichment activities.
* Create a dynamic, inclusive, and well-managed learning environment.
* Participate in departmental collaboration, school events, and CPD.
Qualifications and Experience:
* QTS and a degree in Business, Economics, or a related subject (essential).
* Experience teaching Business and/or Economics at secondary level (preferred).
* Strong subject knowledge and a passion for real-world application.
* Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
* A commitment to inclusive education and student success.
* Willingness to contribute to wider school life and initiatives.
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