Teacher of Business Studies

About the role

We are looking to appoint an ambitious and experienced Teacher of Business Studies with a ‘can do’ attitude to join the Business & Economics department of our already over-subscribed school that opened in September 2019.

As we prepare for the opening of our Sixth Form in September 2024, experience of teaching GCSE Business and BTec Business at A-Level woud be desirable. 

We are looking for candidates with a proven track record of enhancing the quality of teaching and learning through imparting detailed subject knowledge via the delivery of innovative and inspirational lessons. 

We are particularly keen to hear from applicants who:

• can work collaboratively with colleagues on the implementation of schemes of work to support student progress

• are familiar with, and take into account, students’ prior levels of attainment, using them to plan lessons and set challenging, but achievable targets for future improvements 

• set high expectations for students’ behaviour by establishing a purposeful working atmosphere that is conducive to learning 

• analyse data on student progress, achievement and attainment in line with school policy and practice  

• make the education of students their first concern and thrive on being accountable for achieving the highest possible standards of work and conduct   

• are keen to play an active role in the wider school community, supporting our ethos and values  

In return, you will have access to our staff benefits package including:

• An annual Flex Day to be taken on a day of your choice (with an additional day granted for every 4 years of service)
• Free parking on site 
• Free use of the school gym
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to our in-house team of Mental Health First Aiders
• Buddy system for new staff
• Access to mentoring and CPD opportunities
• Regular staff socials
• Discounts with local businesses
• An opportunity to work with friendly and welcoming colleagues in a modern, aesthetically pleasing and forward-thinking environment.

The ethos of our school focuses on enabling every student and staff member to make outstanding progress.  You will be supported in your role by our Head of Business Studies, giving you the opportunity to enhance your skills and accelerate your career.   

If you share our belief that young people have the right to a transformational educational experience that will enable them to fulfil their potential and realise their ambitions, then we look forward to hearing from you.

At KWS, we understand the value of having a workforce that reflects and represents our multi-ethnic student body from an equality, diversity and inclusivity perspective. We therefore welcome and embrace applications from all backgrounds.

We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and visitors to share this commitment. This post will require a Full Enhanced, with List Checks, Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). 

As part of our selection and appointment process, and in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, we are required to conduct online searches on all candidates in order to identify any incidents or concerns which are publicly available online. By submitting and signing your application, you acknowledge that such searches will be conducted as part of the selection and appointment process.

Applications will be shortlisted throughout the process, and we may interview and close the advert early if we are in a position to recruit a suitable candidate.  We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply early.

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