Business and Economics Teacher

Principal Education; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a passionate teacher to deliver GCSE and A-Level Business Studies and Economics. This role involves developing innovative lesson plans, assessing student progress, and supporting their overall well-being. Candidates should be committed to enhancing the learning experience and preparing students for external examinations.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching GCSE Business Studies and A-Level Economics.
• Ability to develop and update curriculum schemes.
• Skilled in monitoring and reporting student progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons in GCSE Business Studies and A-Level Economics.
• Monitor student progress through assessments.
• Organise business-related enrichment opportunities.

Skills

Engaging Lessons

Varied Teaching Strategies

Assessment Skills

Curriculum Development

Mentoring

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

1. Teaching Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging lessons in GCSE Business Studies (KS4) and A-Level Business and/or Economics (KS5).

• Plan, prepare, and assess lessons according to the curriculum (e.g. Edexcel, AQA, OCR).

• Use varied teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.

• Incorporate real-world examples to enhance students' understanding of business and economic concepts.

2. Curriculum Development:

• Develop and update schemes of work.

• Integrate current events, case studies, and topical business/economic issues into lessons.

• Prepare students for external exams, including setting and marking mock papers.

3. Assessment & Reporting:

• Track and monitor student progress through formative and summative assessment.

• Provide feedback and set targets for improvement.

• Write reports and attend parent evenings to discuss student performance.

4. Pastoral and Mentoring Duties:

• Act as a form tutor (if required), supporting the social and emotional well-being of students.

• Provide career guidance related to business, finance, economics, and entrepreneurship.

5. Wider School Contribution:

• Organise enrichment opportunities such as enterprise challenges, Young Enterprise, or business trips.

• Contribute to whole-school initiatives such as financial literacy, work experience, and employability skills.

6. Professional Development:

• Stay current with changes in exam specifications and developments in business and economic education.

• Attend relevant CPD (Continuing Professional Development) sessions.