Job Title: Business Studies Teacher
Location: Yateley
Start Date: September
Salary: In line with the teacher pay scale, considerate of experience and qualifications
About the School
The school is a specialist independent provision for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), dedicated to delivering high-quality, individualised education within a structured and supportive environment. The school places a strong emphasis on holistic development, enabling students to achieve academic progress alongside social, emotional, and personal growth. Small class sizes and a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach ensure that each student’s needs are effectively supported.
The Role
The school is seeking to appoint a committed, knowledgeable, and adaptable Business Studies Teacher to join its established teaching team from September. This role offers an opportunity to deliver a broad and engaging Business Studies curriculum to secondary-aged students with diverse learning profiles.
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering, and evaluating high-quality lessons that are appropriately differentiated to meet a range of needs. The role requires a reflective practitioner who can employ creative and flexible teaching strategies to engage students, promote independence, and support the development of essential life and employability skills.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan, prepare, and deliver well-structured and differentiated Business Studies lessons in line with curriculum requirements
* Adapt schemes of work and teaching resources to meet the individual needs of students with SEND
* Assess, record, and report on student progress in accordance with school policies
* Set clear learning objectives and provide constructive feedback to support student achievement
* Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment conducive to learning
* Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and other professionals to support student outcomes
* Contribute to annual reviews, EHCP targets, and wider school reporting processes where appropriate
* Support students’ personal development, including the development of social, emotional, and employability skills
* Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and promote the welfare of all students
Person Specification
Essential:
* Experience teaching Business Studies at secondary level
* Strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage and motivate learners with diverse needs
* Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
* A commitment to inclusive education and supporting students with SEND
Desirable:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
* Experience working within a SEND or alternative provision setting
* Knowledge of EHCP processes and personalised learning approaches
What the School Offers
* A supportive, collaborative, and professional working environment
* Opportunities for ongoing professional development, including SEND-specific training
* Small class sizes, allowing for a high level of individualised teaching and support
* Access to a multidisciplinary team to support teaching and learning
* The opportunity to make a significant and lasting impact on students’ educational journeys and future outcomes
Safeguarding Statement
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
How to Apply
Applicants are invited to submit a CV outlining their suitability for the role. Early applications are encouraged, as the school reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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