Teaching Assistant

Harris Garrard Academy; Erith; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in the UK is looking for a dedicated Teacher of Business Studies and Economics focused on Key Stage 5. The successful candidate will join a supportive team and have the opportunity to inspire and develop students. Key qualifications include holding QTS or equivalent, teaching experience at the secondary level, and effective communication skills. This position offers a chance to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree.
• Successful teaching experience at secondary level, particularly in urban schools.
• Good level of ICT skills, ideally including use of interactive whiteboards.

Responsibilities

• Teach Business Studies and Economics at Key Stage 5.
• Develop lesson plans and assess students' work.
• Create a motivating and safe learning environment.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

Teaching experience at secondary level

Understanding of effective teaching

High expectations for students

ICT skills

Time management skills

Good communication skills

Education

Relevant undergraduate degree

Job description

We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of Business Studies and Economics. This role will be focussed on Key Stage 5 teaching. At Harris Garrard Academy, you will join a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our excellent students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you.

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school
• Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
• Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor
• Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students\' work
• Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff
• Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards
• Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
• Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary
• Have good written and spoken communication skills
• Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively
• Have excellent time management skills
• Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies