Business Teacher / Head of Year

Tara Professional Recruitment Ltd; Telford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tara Professional Recruitment Ltd is assisting a West Midlands secondary school in recruiting a Business Teacher / Head of Year, starting January 2027 in Shropshire. The role combines subject teaching with leadership of a year group and pastoral responsibilities to support student progress and wellbeing.

The successful candidate will hold QTS (or equivalent) and a Business degree, with strong classroom management and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Clear and effective communication with students, parents and staff.
• Pastoral leadership experience or potential is desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.
• Ability to contribute to school improvement and culture.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Business lessons across KS4/KS5.
• Provide pastoral leadership for a designated year group.
• Promote high attendance, behaviour and student engagement.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and carers to support learners.

Skills

Strong communication

Pastoral leadership

Teamwork

Student wellbeing

Education

QTS or equivalent qualification

Degree in Business or related subject

Job description

Business Teacher / Head of Year

Location: Shropshire, South Telford

Start Date: January 2027

Contract: Full-time

Salary: MPS/UPS, dependent on experience, plus TLR 2.2

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Business Teacher ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking an inspiring and committed professional to join a forward-thinking secondary school in the West Midlands area as a Business Teacher / Head of Year, starting in January 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator who can deliver engaging Business lessons while taking a leading role in supporting students’ academic progress, personal development and overall wellbeing.

The Role

As Business Teacher / Head of Year, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching across the Business curriculum, ensuring students are motivated, challenged and supported to achieve their full potential. Alongside your teaching responsibilities, you will provide effective pastoral leadership for a designated year group, promoting positive behaviour, high attendance, strong relationships and a positive school culture.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues, students, parents and carers to ensure every learner receives the guidance and support they need to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality Business lessons that meet the needs of learners with a range of abilities.
• Monitor student progress and implement strategies to raise achievement and aspirations.
• Lead and support the pastoral development of a designated year group.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, attendance, punctuality and student engagement.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents and carers to support academic and personal development.
• Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and senior leaders to improve outcomes.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and its commitment to continuous improvement.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Have a degree in Business, a related subject, or relevant subject knowledge and experience appropriate to teaching Business.
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver an engaging and effective Business curriculum.
• Have experience teaching Business at secondary level, ideally across Key Stages 4 and 5 where applicable.
• Possess excellent classroom management skills and high expectations of student achievement and behaviour.
• Demonstrate the ability to motivate, inspire and support young people.
• Have strong communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
• Show a genuine commitment to pastoral care, student wellbeing and safeguarding.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to school improvement.

Previous experience in a pastoral leadership role, such as Head of Year or Assistant Head of Year, would be highly desirable. Candidates with the potential and ambition to develop into a pastoral leadership position are also encouraged to apply.

What the School Offers

• A full-time position commencing January 2027.
• Salary on the Main Pay Scale or Upper Pay Scale, depending on experience.
• An additional TLR 2.2 for the leadership responsibilities.
• The opportunity to combine subject specialism with pastoral leadership.
• A supportive professional environment with opportunities for development and career progression.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to students’ academic outcomes and personal growth.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance and appropriate safeguarding checks, in line with current statutory guidance.