Overview
Job Purpose
To deliver engaging, challenging, and inclusive Business Studies lessons that enable students to develop entrepreneurial, analytical, and financial awareness skills. The Business Teacher will inspire a passion for enterprise, prepare students for academic success at GCSE and beyond, and contribute to the wider life of the school.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching & Learning
* Plan and deliver high-quality Business Studies lessons at KS4 (GCSE/BTEC) and KS5 (A-Level/BTEC) where applicable.
* Use a range of teaching methods to inspire, engage, and challenge learners.
* Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of all students, including SEN and EAL.
* Assess, record, and report on student progress, providing feedback to support achievement.
* Promote high standards of literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking across the curriculum.
Curriculum & Assessment
* Contribute to the development of schemes of work, resources, and assessments for Business Studies.
* Prepare students for internal and external assessments (GCSE, BTEC, A-Level as appropriate).
* Monitor student progress and implement interventions where necessary to raise attainment.
Classroom & Behaviour Management
* Establish a safe, positive, and purposeful learning environment.
* Uphold high expectations of student behaviour in line with school policies.
* Encourage independence, resilience, and confidence in learners.
Enrichment & Wider Contribution
* Support enrichment opportunities such as enterprise clubs, Young Enterprise competitions, and business-related trips.
* Contribute to whole-school initiatives to promote careers, employability, and financial literacy.
* Provide additional support through revision sessions, targeted interventions, or mentoring.
Professional Responsibilities
* Engage in CPD and remain up to date with developments in Business education.
* Attend staff meetings, parents evenings, and contribute to the wider school community.
* Undertake any additional responsibilities reasonably requested by the Head of Faculty or Headteacher.
Person Specification (Essential)
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or working towards QTS.
* Strong subject knowledge in Business Studies.
* Ability to plan and deliver high-quality lessons that engage and challenge students.
* Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
* Commitment to raising achievement and aspirations of all learners.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
Desirable:
* Experience of teaching Business Studies at KS5.
* Ability to teach a related subject (e.g. Economics, ICT, or Enterprise).
* Evidence of securing strong student outcomes.
* Experience leading or supporting extracurricular business/enterprise activities.
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