Teacher of Business Studies

Location: Havering, East/Outer London

School Type: Secondary School

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent or Fixed-Term

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP or January Start

A high-performing secondary school and Sixth Form in the London Borough of Havering is seeking an articulate, commercially astute, and dynamic Teacher of Business Studies to join their renowned Enterprise & Social Sciences faculty. Recognized for outstanding academic outcomes, high pupil aspiration, and a culture of excellence, this school offers a premier platform for a business specialist, whether an experienced educator eager to deliver A-Level Business and Economics or an ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT), to inspire enterprise, strategic thinking, and commercial literacy across a driven student body.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Business Studies, you will translate real-world corporate strategy, financial management, marketing dynamics, and global economics into compelling, high-rigor learning. Joining a collaborative and results-oriented department, you will deliver theoretical and vocational lessons across Key Stage 4 (GCSE Business / Cambridge National / BTEC Enterprise) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Business Studies / BTEC National in Business), equipping students with the critical decision-making and quantitative analytical skills needed for higher education and modern corporate careers.

• Environment: A high-achieving Outer London secondary school featuring state-of-the-art digital learning technology, business simulation software, and strong connections to London’s financial and enterprise sectors

• Culture: An ambitious, supportive academic environment where rigorous teaching routines, enterprise challenges, and student success are deeply valued

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver academically rich, engaging Business Studies lessons across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 covering corporate strategy, financial accounting, marketing, human resources, and entrepreneurship.

• Prepare GCSE, A-Level, and vocational candidates thoroughly for written examinations and coursework portfolios through live case-study modeling, data-driven tracking, and targeted exam technique workshops.

• Integrate current commercial developments, market trends, real-world case studies, and global business news into daily classroom instruction.

• Track, evaluate, and monitor student progress systematically, executing tailored intervention strategies to stretch high-aspiring scholars while scaffolding complex business models for developing learners.

• Contribute positively to department enrichment, such as Young Enterprise competitions, Student Investor challenges, business masterclasses, and corporate site visits.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential.

• A strong academic degree in Business Studies, Business Management, Economics, Finance, or a closely related discipline.

• Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding Business Studies instruction across Key Stage 4 (KS5/A-Level Business Studies or BTEC National teaching experience is highly desirable).

• Thorough knowledge of national Business examination board specifications (e.g., Edexcel, AQA, OCR, Pearson BTEC) and vocational portfolio standards.

• Outstanding classroom presence, strong quantitative/analytical modeling skills, and an infectious enthusiasm for commercial enterprise and economics.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Outer London Main / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS Outer London, commensurate with experience), with potential TLR opportunities available for Key Stage Business Leadership, Enterprise Lead, or Vocational Qualifications Lead.

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), comprehensive continuous professional development (CPD), structured mentoring, and access to staff health and wellbeing programs.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious Business specialist ready to inspire future entrepreneurs, financial analysts, and corporate leaders at a high-performing secondary school in Havering, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your application and CV as soon as possible for consideration.