The Greenshaw Learning Trust is ‘Always Learning’. The academy is very proud to have opened its sixth form this September. Due to the growth of the sixth form and popularity of A-levels in Business Studies and Economics, we are looking for an exceptional subject specialist to join and be an integral part of our department for January 2026.
About the role:
We are looking for an enthusiastic subject specialist to be an integral part of our Business & Economics Department. The successful candidate will motivate, challenge, support and inspire our students. They must also have relevant experience in a similar role with a proven track record.
Main duties & responsibilities:
* To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.
* To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/tutor.
* To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to accelerate with their learning.
* To contribute to raising standards of student attainment across the school.
* To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.
Teaching, learning & student progress
* To undertake a designated programme of planning and teaching across all key stages (KS3, 4 and 5) and to teach consistently high-quality lessons.
* To be a role model for students, inspiring them to be actively interested in your subject.
* To ensure the effective/efficient deployment of classroom support.
* To maintain discipline in accordance with the school procedures, and to encourage good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and home learning.
* To lead, monitor and evaluate the assessment and feedback to students in line with whole school and department policy.
* To follow department monitoring and tracking systems relating to student’s attainment, progress and achievement.
* To mark, grade and give written/verbal and diagnostic feedback as required.
* To undertake assessment of students as requested by external examination bodies, curriculum areas and school procedures.
* To assess, record and report on the attendance, progress, development and attainment of students and to keep such records as are required.
* To update professional knowledge and expertise as appropriate to keep up to date with developments in teaching practice and methodology.
* To liaise with the relevant pastoral leaders to ensure the implementation of the Student Support system.
* To prioritise and manage time effectively, ensuring continued professional development in line with the role.
* To follow the school policies and procedures.
What the school offers its staff
At Yate Academy, we have built our ethos on a strong set of core values which underpin everything that we do. Our aim is to give students at Yate Academy a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country.
Resilience, leadership and citizenship run through all aspects of school life.
About Greenshaw Learning Trust:
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools.
We can offer you:
* Professional development and career progression
* Generous pension scheme
* Blue Light Card
* Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
* An Employee Assistance Programme
* Gym Discounts
* Free eye tests
* Cycle to work scheme
* Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
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