Teacher of Business

Catholic Recruitment; Wirral; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Holy Family Multi Academy Trust invites applications for a Teacher of Business at St John Plessington Catholic College on a full-time 1 year FTC. Start date 1 January 2027 or sooner; closing date 21 October 2026.

The post involves teaching across a wide ability range, including KS3 Computer Science, in a thriving IT/Computer Science department. We seek energetic, dynamic teachers with high standards, commitment and passion who can contribute to excellent examination results and the Catholic

Qualifications

• Transform children’s lives and develop a love of ICT/Business.
• Excellent classroom practitioner.
• Work well with staff and students alike.
• Join a community of schools that promotes the formation of young people into successful citizens.
• Committed to your own professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach Business and KS3 Computer Science across a wide ability range while maintaining high expectations for all learners.
• Contribute to KS4 & KS5 results by delivering high‑quality lessons and materials.
• Support the spiritual and moral development of the whole person in line with Catholic Education values.

Job description

Job Title

Teacher of Business

Location

St John Plessington Catholic College

Responsible To

Head of Department

Salary Grade

MPS/ UPS

Contract

This is a full-time, 1 year FTC

Start Date

1st January 2027 or sooner if available

Closing Date for Applications

21st October 2026 at 12.00pm

An enthusiastic, dynamic and inspirational Teacher of Business is required to join a thriving and highly successful curriculum area which has made a major contribution to the strong examination results achieved throughout the College.

This role represents an incredibly exciting opportunity for any candidate who is eager to be a part of an organisation that seeks to secure the very highest educational standards for pupils, who has high standards, commitment, passion, and the ability to teach KS3 Computer Science. The department is dynamic, supportive and successful with a long history of excellent results at KS4 & 5.

A flexible practitioner, you will teach across a wide ability range while maintaining high expectations for all learners, as well as a desire to help every child fulfil their potential.

The successful candidate will share in our vision for Catholic Education as part of a successful and experienced IT/Computer Science department, which is committed to raising academic standards for all students whilst supporting the spiritual and moral development of the whole person.

We are looking for teachers who:

• Want to transform children’s lives and develop a love of ICT/Business
• Are excellent classroom practitioners
• Work well with staff and students alike
• Are looking to join a community of schools that promotes the formation of young people into successful citizens
• Are interested in developing their practice and committed to their own professional development

We offer:

• A unique opportunity to work for a MAT which includes the lead school for Cheshire and Wirral Maths Hub and a cutting edge Teaching School Hub
• Mentoring and high level training
• Encouragement to develop your career with excellent promotion opportunities and opportunities to engage in system leadership
• A caring environment with well-being and work/life balance at its core
• Inclusion in whole school and MAT teams – working together to achieve ambitious outcomes whilst valuing every individual’s contribution

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, Holy Family Multi Academy Trust will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates, this may include social media and video platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process. To assist in this part of the process we would appreciate it if you would complete the attached Social Media form and return it with your application.

The Trust is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, disability, marital status, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or pregnancy/maternity. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.