About the role
Teacher of Business Studies | Teacher of Economics | Secondary Teaching Job | KS4 & KS5
Vision for Education is recruiting a Teacher of Business Studies and Economics to work in a high-quality secondary school in Durham teaching KS4 and KS5 students. This role is ideal for a passionate secondary teacher seeking a rewarding opportunity within a supportive and well-structured school environment.
This is a long-term teaching role with the potential for full-time hours, offering stability, consistency, and excellent professional support.
Job Overview
1. Role: Teacher of Business Studies & Economics
2. Key Stages: KS4 (GCSE) and KS5 (A Level)
3. School Type: Secondary School
4. Contract: Long-term / Supply (with potential for ongoing work)
5. Pay: Competitive daily rates (PAYE)
The School
This well-regarded secondary school offers a calm, purposeful learning environment with a strong focus on academic achievement and student wellbeing. The school benefits from:
6. A structured Business & Economics curriculum at GCSE and A Level
7. Supportive senior leadership and clear behaviour systems
8. Engaged, motivated students with high expectations
9. A collaborative staff culture that values professional development
10. Well-resourced classrooms and access to high-quality teaching materials
Teachers working in this school consistently report feeling supported, valued, and able to focus on delivering high-quality teaching.
The Role
The successful Teacher of Business Studies and Economics will be responsible for:
11. Planning and delivering engaging lessons across KS4 and KS5
12. Teaching GCSE Business Studies and A Level Economics
13. Assessing progress and supporting students to achieve strong outcomes
14. Maintaining high standards of behaviour and classroom practice
15. Working collaboratively within the department and wider school team
This role is suitable for experienced teachers or ECTs, with support available throughout the placement.
Requirements
To be considered for this Teacher of Business Studies role, you will need:
16. QTS (or equivalent UK teaching qualification)
17. Experience teaching Business Studies and/or Economics at secondary level
18. Strong subject knowledge and communication skills
19. A commitment to raising achievement and supporting pupil progress
20. Eligibility to work in the UK and a valid DBS (or willingness to apply)
What Vision for Education Offers
21. Competitive daily pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE
22. Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability)
23. Pension contributions
24. Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
25. A dedicated secondary education consultant
26. Access to long-term and permanent teaching opportunities
Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment agency, working with secondary schools across the UK.
We are part of The Edwin Group, recognised as a Top 10 UK Employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, rated Excellent for staff engagement and workplace culture.
Vision for Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.