Teacher of Business and Economics

The Piggott School; Taplow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Church of England Academy is seeking a committed Teacher of Business and Economics to instruct students at KS4 and KS5. This role is suitable for ECTs and offers full or part-time options. The ideal candidate will have a positive impact in a successful department that values wellbeing and professional development. The school maintains high standards in teaching and encourages creativity and engagement in the classroom, ensuring students achieve excellent results in Business and Economics.

Benefits

CPD and technology support for development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Business at KS4 (GCSE) and KS5.
• Willingness to teach Economics in KS5.
• Enthusiasm in a dedicated department.

Responsibilities

• Teach Business to KS4 and KS5 students.
• Engage with students to maximize their potential.
• Contribute to departmental success and student results.

Skills

Outstanding Teacher of Business and Economics

Flair and energy to engage students

Ability to bring out the best in young people

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

The Piggott School

Twyford Road, Wargrave

Reading RG10 8DS

Telephone [phone]

Headteacher Mrs R Alexander

Teacher of Business and Economics

MPR/UPR

From September 2026

Full or Part Time

We are looking for a full or part time, committed and enthusiastic Teacher of Business and Economics to join a dedicated and well-resourced department with strong results at all levels. The successful candidate will be required to teach Business to KS4 (GCSE) and KS5, where A Level and vocational qualifications are taught, along with Economics in KS5. This role is suitable for an ECT.

We wish to appoint a colleague who:

• is an outstanding Teacher of Business and Economics
• has the flair, energy and ability to bring out the best in young people
• is eager to be a part of a very successful and hard-working department

The Piggott School Business and Economics Department:

• red ALPS (2) for GCSE Business - 2025
• red ALPS (3) for A Level Business - 2025
• achieved (92%) grade 4+ in GCSE Business - 2025
• achieved (46%) grade 9-7 in GCSE Business - 2025
• achieved (84%) grade A
• -C in A Level Economics - 2025
• achieved (90%) grade A
• -C in A Level Business - 2025
• achieved (84%) D
• -M in BTEC Single Business - 2025
• achieved (83%) D
• -M in BTEC Double Business - 2025

Reducing teacher workload and promoting wellbeing for all remains a priority at The Piggott School. Our vision and values, including love and compassion, permeate all aspects of school life. All staff are provided with CPD and technology to support their professional development.

The school is a mixed all-through Church of England Academy with 1884 on roll near Twyford, between Maidenhead and Reading.

An application form can be found on our website at www.piggottschool.org. To apply, please complete a covering letter and application form and email to: [e-mail]. To arrange a visit to the school, please contact Chris Drosdzowski, Head of Department - [e-mail]

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory Disclosure Clearance and a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. The school reserves the right to close this advert early in the event that sufficient applications have been received.

Closing date: 11am on Friday 6th February 2026

Applications reviewed on receipt.