Teacher of Business Studies

POOLE HIGH SCHOOL; Poole; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a skilled Business Studies teacher to deliver high-quality lessons and support student development. The role is suitable for Early Career Teachers and offers numerous professional development opportunities, a supportive environment, and access to a range of employee benefits. Candidates must be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applications are encouraged early due to potential early interviews.

Benefits

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Local discounts for staff

Automatic membership of Teachers Pension Scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Skilled teacher of Business Studies.
• Strong commitment to improving teaching practices.
• Eager for career development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Teach high-quality lessons to facilitate progress.
• Monitor and support overall student development.
• Contribute to school planning activities.
• Run after school clubs.
• Promote child welfare in line with safeguarding policies.

Skills

Inspirational teaching

Commitment to pedagogical improvement

Career development aspiration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Pay scale: Teachers Main/Upper Pay Salary range (per annum): £32,916 to £51,048 (FTE) With a pay award pending for 1 Sept 2026 Location: Poole High School Key Stages: Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5 Reports to: Head of Business Studies Suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs)? Yes

Responsibilities

• To teach high-quality lessons so that all students make good progress.
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of subjects as a teacher and form tutor.
• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience that provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
• To contribute to raising standards of student attainment.
• To contribute to the whole school's planning activities.
• To run after school clubs.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies.

What we can offer you

• An opportunity to work with wonderful children and their families as well as exceptional colleagues.
• An exceptional CPD offer from ECT through to preparation for senior and system leadership.
• Free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resources.
• A trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resources.
• Local discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY stores.
• The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust.
• The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast.
• Automatic membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme.
• Free on-site parking.

Who we are looking for

• Are an inspirational and skilled teacher of Business Studies.
• Are committed to improving pedagogical practices.
• Are aspirational for career development and eager to seize additional career progression opportunities.

You will also be keen to live our Twynham Learning employee values which are:

• Aim high.
• Keep improving.
• Don’t leave anyone behind.
• See the bigger picture.

Any questions?

To discuss the post or your application, please contact Nikki Steele on 01202 662015 or email us at [e-mail].

How to apply

To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: [e-mail]. Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: Staff Vacancies - Twynham Learning.

The closing date for applications is Monday 19 January 2026 at 9am. However, we reserve the right to interview and/or appoint strong candidates before this, so we encourage you to apply early. Interview date is to be confirmed.

Equal Opportunities

Twynham Learning values diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to eliminate unlawful discrimination and promote diversity throughout our whole workforce. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities to all job applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability status, gender reassignment, marital/partnership status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/national origin, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. Only people who can evidence their right to work in the UK will be considered for this vacancy. We are committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes as part of our strong commitment to safeguard children and young people. An enhanced criminal records check will be undertaken on the successful candidate. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.