Teacher of Business (Training)

To start in September 2026, we seek to appoint a well-qualified, dynamic and lively graduate to teach Business Studies to GCSE and A-level; the department also offers L3 Business BTEC and A-level Economics and there may be opportunity to be involved in these courses’ dependent on experience.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate success in the classroom and be effective team players.

This is a fixed term maternity cover appointment initially for two academic terms with the possibility to review and extend at the end of this period.

ECTs are also welcome to apply; the College has a comprehensive induction programme for all new staff with additional support for ECTs. Single accommodation may be available.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our growing Foundation that values its staff and offers a rewarding benefits package enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme (or a competitive alternative if preferred) and an Employee Assistance Programme that includes various benefits such as a cycle to work scheme.

Key duties and responsibilities

Purpose: 

• To provide a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfil their academic potential. 

• To contribute to the well-being and development of the pupils by supervising and caring for them both inside and outside the classroom. 

Teaching and learning 

• Teach the allocated subject or curriculum area according to agreed schemes of work under the direction of the Head of Department. 

• Employ a range of teaching, learning and behaviour management strategies and personalise learning to provide opportunities for all learners to achieve their potential. 

Curriculum provision 

• Work with colleagues to update and improve the curriculum provision, for example, in response to specification changes. 

Monitoring and Assessment 

• Follow College policies on assessment, recording and monitoring pupils’ progress. 

• Evaluate learning and take appropriate action in order to raise achievement. 

• Provide learners with constructive feedback on their strengths and weaknesses and highlight areas for development. 

• Support the Head of Department in the development of assessment material.

Communication with parents 

• Follow College policies on reporting pupils’ attainment and progress. 

• When necessary, initiate additional communication with parents through the established channels. 

• Participate at parents’ evenings and tutor evenings as appropriate. 

Staff development 

• Participate in College meetings and INSET days as required. 

• Participate in the College staff appraisal and self-evaluation processes. 

• Keep expertise, subject knowledge and knowledge of examination requirements up to date through professional development. 

• Take responsibility for mastering and implementing developments in ICT in all aspects of College life. 

• Contribution to the on-going updating of the School Development Plan and implementing relevant targets. 

Resource deployment 

• Take responsibility for the care of resources such as equipment and textbooks. 

Pastoral care 

• Act as a tutor taking an overview of pupil’s pastoral care and academic progress in accordance with published tutor guidelines. 

• Contribute to the delivery of the REALtime programme. 

• Support your House events and encourage the pupils to participate fully in the life of their House. College Ethos 

• Promote the College ethos at all times by being a positive role model. 

• Play a full role in College life and participate in co-curricular activities. • Support the College in meeting its requirements for worship. 

Duties

• Perform break, lunchtime and after school duties as requested.

• Supervise pupils in extended day as requested. 

• Cover lessons for absent staff and perform invigilation for internal examinations as requested.

Application: To apply for this vacancy applicants must submit a Princethorpe College application form, together with a CV and covering letter detailing personal qualities, experience and how you meet the person specification for the role. Applicants must ensure the application form is fully completed, including a detailed career history with specific dates.

Closing date: The closing date for applications is Monday 16 March 2026 at 9.00am.  Interviews will be held later that week or early the following week at Princethorpe College.