Business Studies Teacher

The Kingston Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding secondary school in Greater London seeks a committed Business Studies Teacher to join a forward-thinking curriculum team. The role includes delivering high-quality teaching across GCSE and A-Level Business Studies, fostering student development in analytical and entrepreneurial skills. Ideal candidates will have a passion for inspiring young people, a strong subject knowledge, and a commitment to excellent teaching. The position offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and the chance to grow within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous pay-scales

2-week October Half Term break

Access to subsidised Cycle to Work scheme

Weekly Professional Development sessions

Professional support for ECTs

Staff Laptop or Chromebook

Flexible working arrangements

Employees Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to teach A-Level Economics is desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across GCSE and A-Level Business Studies.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and effective assessment.
• Foster positive relationships and maintain high expectations.

Skills

Passion for inspiring young people

Strong subject knowledge

Commitment to excellent teaching

Job description

The Kingston Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Business Studies Teacher to join our forward-thinking curriculum team. You will deliver high-quality teaching across GCSE and A-Level Business Studies, helping students develop strong analytical, entrepreneurial and real-world business skills. The ability to teach A-Level Economics is desirable but not essential. This new post will augment our well-established team and reflects both the popularity of the subject and the growing number of pupils opting for Business Studies at GCSE and A-Level, as well as Economics at A-Level.

Working collaboratively within the faculty, you will contribute to curriculum planning, effective assessment and enrichment opportunities that deepen students’ understanding of business and finance. You will foster positive relationships, maintain high expectations and create a purposeful learning environment that reflects the school’s values of ambition, kindness and community.

The Kingston Academy is an outstanding Secondary School in North Kingston, which opened for the first time in September 2015 with a cohort of Year 7 pupils. TKA has received a substantial capital grant for the refurbishment of the existing educational facilities and for additional new modern buildings which we have now taken possession of. Our mission is to provide a world-class education for all the young people within our community to ensure that every pupil is safe, happy and succeeds. We now have over 1000 pupils across the seven year groups from year 7 to year 13.

We invite applications from candidates with the following attributes for this role:

• A passion for inspiring young people;
• Strong subject knowledge;
• Commitment to excellent teaching;
• A willingness to contribute fully to the wider life of our vibrant and growing school.

Benefits of working at The Kingston Academy:

• Generous pay-scales, regularly paying 1% higher than National teacher Pay Scales;
• 2-week October Half Term break;
• Access to subsidised Cycle to Work scheme;
• Weekly Professional Development sessions at whole-school and departmental level;
• Professional support sessions for ECTs;
• Staff Laptop or Chromebook;
• Support with access to NPQH/NPQML/NPQSL qualifications;
• Subsidised study at Kingston University at Masters and Doctorate Level;
• Flexible working arrangements may be considered on request;
• Access to the Employees Assistance Programme, subsidised eye test and flu vaccinations;
• Work in a vibrant, supportive school environment where staff wellbeing is prioritised.

Interview Procedure

Our selection procedure will aim to identify with rigour whether the candidate fulfils the requirements of the post and will include the consideration of the candidate’s suitability to work with children and young people. The process will include:

• Full Lesson Observation with selected class;
• Meeting with a panel of our pupils for informal question and answer session;
• Interview with Head Teacher and/or Senior staff and the Curriculum Lead.

Early applications are welcome, and we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if we find a suitable candidate.

Closing Date for Applications: 12.00 pm, Monday 26th January 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Statement

The Kingston Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks (with a barred list check for regulated activity), checks with past employers and eligibility to work in the UK. Identity and qualification documents will be checked prior to any offer being made.

Equal Opportunities

At The Kingston Academy, we believe that diversity enriches our school community and enhances the educational experience for all. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates the unique background, perspectives, and talents of our staff and students. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for everyone. Join us in fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive.

We look forward to receiving your application.