Prior Park College
Bath and North East Somerset
Job type:
Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
02 January 2026
Apply by:
2 October 2025
Job overview
Permanent - Start January or Easter 2026
An exciting opportunity as Teacher of Economics and Business has arisen to join this thriving academic department at Prior Park College, an exceptional 11-18 HMC senior independent, co-educational, Christian boarding and day school set in a stunning 57-acre estate overlooking the heart of the beautiful World Heritage city of Bath.
The Economics and Business Department supports several popular, high-profile courses including both Business and Economics at A Level, and Business at BTEC, GCSE and KS3.
This is an ideal post either for someone early in their career or, equally, a more experienced practitioner keen to take on a new challenge in a busy and prestigious school. To secure the best candidate, offer flexibility for part-time, four days per week, 0.8 FTE and may be more specialised in Economics or Business, or both. The successful candidate will be an innovative and creative thinker with excellent communication skills and will be expected to be fully involved in the wider life of the school.
Established in 1830, Prior Park combines the very best of tradition and progress, with cutting-edge facilities and accommodation, including a pioneering digital learning programme, with all students and staff supplied with powerful Windows 11 devices and seamless integration of lessons, teaching groups and activities via the Microsoft 365 platform. Classrooms are equipped with smart docks and large touch-displays, as well as traditional whiteboards so teachers can exploit the best of both worlds to deliver the most inspiring lessons for our students.
We operate a number of flexible working options, suitable for working parents and those looking for a career to suit their busy lifestyles, and ECTs can benefit from our well supported, recognised induction programme. We also partner with the University of Buckingham to offer PGCE qualifications on the job for exceptional candidates.
We offer a competitive salary and range of benefits to include free onsite parking, free lunches, free use of onsite gym and pool.
The role also offers flexibility to include accommodation within in girls boarding house and would require working as an additional responsibility as Resident tutor. Please note this can also be a live out position without the additional responsibility.
Prior Park Schools are a family of Christian schools comprising Prior Park College (Bath), The Paragon Junior School (Bath) and Prior Park School Gibraltar.
The Schools' Mission is to steward a thriving family of communities with love for the young people they serve at their heart. These vibrant communities cultivate creativity, foster integrity, and transform lives.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Prior Park Schools is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and included. We actively encourage inclusive practices throughout our recruitment process and welcome applications from individuals who share these values.
To apply for a position with Prior Park Educational Trust, we ask that the candidates complete an application form, available to download form our website long with the job description to be returned to the email as below:
Closing date midday Thursday 2 October 2025
Interview date Wednesday 8 October 2025
For further details, please contact HR Recruitment on ext. 284 or
The School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.
About Prior Park College
Prior Park College
Ralph Allen Drive, Bath
Somerset
BA2 5AH
United Kingdom
Prior Park College, Bath, is a member of the Prior Park Schools family which also includes The Paragon School, Bath and Prior Park School, Gibraltar.
The school is a thriving community operating in Ralph Allen Drive, Bath. We accept day and boarding students from ages 11 to 18 years.
Prior Park College is a modern Christian school, in a Catholic tradition, home to over 600 students to include 150 boarders.
Mission Statement
The Schools' Mission is to steward a thriving family of communities with love for the young people they serve at their heart. These vibrant communities cultivate creativity, foster integrity, and transform lives.
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