Teacher of Business and Economics

Harris Garrard Academy; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational institution in the City of London seeks an inspiring Teacher of Business Studies and Economics. This role emphasizes Key Stage 5 teachings and supports student development. Successful candidates will hold QTS and possess relevant teaching experience. Benefits include a competitive rewards package, professional development pathways, and a supportive team environment. This position presents a unique opportunity for teachers seeking to enhance their careers in a vibrant academic setting.

Benefits

Performance and Loyalty Bonus

Teachers Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Successful teaching experience at secondary level.
• Understanding of effective teaching and learning principles.
• Knowledge of National Curriculum requirements.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with staff.

Responsibilities

• Implement and deliver a broad, balanced curriculum.
• Monitor and support student progress and development.
• Facilitate a supportive learning experience.
• Contribute to departmental plans and quality assurance.

Skills

Effective communication

Time management

Teamwork

ICT skills

Motivating students

Education

QTS or equivalent

Relevant undergraduate degree

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/form tutor
• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential
• To contribute to raising standards of student attainment
• To share and support the academy's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth

Main areas of responsibility

• Operational and strategic planning (including lesson planning, developing resources and syllabuses, and contributing to the departmental plan)
• Curriculum planning
• Staff development (including continuing professional development and engaging fully in the Performance Management Review process)
• Quality assurance (including contributing to the process of monitoring and evaluating the subject area)
• Management of information (including maintaining appropriate records and tracking student progress)
• Communications with students, parents and other stakeholders
• Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students)
• Teaching, ensuring a high quality learning experience for students

Qualifications

• 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

About Harris Garrard Academy

Harris Garrard Academy is a new school with drive and ambition. Located in the wider South Thamesmead area, we cater to a vastly vibrant 3-19 aged student community. Accessible by fantastic rail and bus transport links and very soon to be on the opening leg of the Elizabeth Line, the academy's stunning working environment is within a purpose-built school designed by Norman Foster and nominated for the Stirling Prize for architecture in 2004.

Benefits

• We also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits.
• Teacher Development: Harris has curated professional development pathways that guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. With a strong network of passionate educators, expert development initiatives and opportunities for career progression, your journey with Harris could be the most rewarding yet. We offer a wide range of high quality teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership.
• In addition to career development opportunities, there is a competitive rewards and benefits package including the Harris Allowance (usually £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.