Teacher of Business

Lumeg Recruitment; Salford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading college in Salford seeks a Teacher of Business to join their Business, Travel, and Health department. This role focuses on supporting academic progression for vocational courses and establishing industry links, requiring strong communication and motivational skills. The college promotes a supportive environment with generous benefits including holidays and a substantial employer pension contribution.

Benefits

13 Weeks Holiday

Early Finish on Fridays

Free Parking

Wellbeing Resources

Pension Scheme (28.68% employer contribution)

Qualifications

• Experience teaching advanced levels, particularly Level 3 BTEC courses.
• Ongoing professional development evidence.
• Ability to teach up to level 3, including BTEC.

Responsibilities

• Deliver up to level 3 curriculum and participate in enrichment activities.
• Assess progress, maintain records, and contribute to quality assurance.
• Support students' learning and adhere to college policies.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Motivational Skills

Education

Good Honours Degree in a related discipline

Teaching Qualification (e.g., PGCE)

Job description

Teacher of Business (Full and Part Time)

Salary: 26.4k - 43.8k

About Us:

My client's college is an incredible community with many opportunities for staff and families to get involved. They promote family-friendly policies and flexible working arrangements. The college invests in its staff through training and career development via the Be Outstanding Development Programme. Staff benefits include discounts on supermarkets, petrol, retail, holidays, cinemas, and leisure activities. The college values education for a successful future and strives to support both learners and staff, guided by core values of respect, integrity, and kindness. 91% of staff are proud to work here.

Description:

An exciting opportunity to join the college's Business, Travel, and Health department as a Teacher of Business. The role involves supporting academic progression, achievement, and establishing industry links with stakeholders. The department offers vocational courses from level 1 to level 3, including launching T-level Management and Administration in September 2024. Preference is given to applicants experienced in delivering BTEC Business courses at levels 1-3, with industry experience in finance, marketing, or human resources encouraged.

The successful candidate will have strong communication skills and deliver engaging lessons aligned with college standards and current industry knowledge.

Must Haves:

• A good Honours Degree in a related discipline (2:1 or 1st)
• Teaching Qualification (e.g., PGCE)
• Experience teaching Year 12 and/or 13 (for trainee teachers)
• Ongoing professional development evidence
• Ability to teach up to level 3, including BTEC
• Ability to motivate students with varying abilities
• Data-driven approach to monitor and improve student attainment
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and contribute to departmental activities
• Commitment to high standards in attendance, punctuality, and attainment
• Responsibility for safeguarding and promoting student welfare
• Willingness to act as a personal tutor
• Dynamic, positive, and forward-thinking attitude
• Ability to work under pressure and independently
• Flexible team player willing to learn new skills
• High expectations and strong values aligned with college ethos
• Proactive support for equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Commitment to safeguarding and college policies, including a DBS check

Additional Requirements:

Proven record of teaching advanced levels, particularly Level 3 BTEC courses, and experience with the personalized learning agenda and assessment for learning strategies. Experience in extracurricular activities, university application support, and successful course development is desirable.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Participate in college processes, adhere to policies, and work flexibly. Promote student welfare and teach courses according to timetable. Support students' learning, assess progress, maintain records, and contribute to quality assurance. Develop schemes of work, prepare resources, and stay informed about developments in the subject area. Collaborate with other departments and undertake administrative tasks as directed.

Key Purpose:

Deliver up to level 3 curriculum, participate in enrichment activities, and potentially teach another subject. The college offers generous terms, including 13 weeks holiday, early finish on Fridays, free parking, wellbeing resources, and a pension scheme with a 28.68% employer contribution.