Teacher of Economics or Business Studies

The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bishop's Stortford is seeking a motivated Teacher of Economics and/or Business Studies. This role involves delivering engaging lessons across Key Stages 4 and 5, fostering student curiosity and independent thinking. The ideal candidate will hold UK Qualified Teacher status and have experience in teaching GCSE and A Level. The school offers excellent support for career development and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Benefits

Opportunities for career development

Wellbeing support

Recognition for Mental Health initiatives

Networks for BAME and LGBTQ+ communities

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher status with subject expertise in Economics and/or Business Studies.
• Experience of teaching GCSE and A Level in Economics and/or Business Studies.
• Commitment to inclusive classroom practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 4 and 5.
• Help students develop theoretical understanding and real-world application.
• Foster curiosity and independent thinking.

Skills

Teaching GCSE and A Level

Ability to engage and inspire students

Commitment to academic excellence

Passion for pupil development

Education

UK Qualified Teacher status

Job description

Teacher of Economics and/or Business Studies

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and knowledgeable Teacher of Economics and/or Business Studies to join our successful and growing department. This is an exciting opportunity to teach a popular and expanding subject area that equips students with essential analytical, financial, and decision‑making skills. The successful candidate will be a strong classroom practitioner with a genuine enthusiasm for economics, business and the wider world. You will deliver engaging and rigorous lessons across Key Stages 4 and 5, helping students to develop both theoretical understanding and real‑world application.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• UK Qualified Teacher status with subject expertise in Economics and/or Business Studies
• Experience of teaching GCSE and A Level in Economics and/or Business Studies
• Commitment to academic excellence and inclusive classroom practice
• Passion about pupil development and supporting students to achieve their best
• Ability to deliver lessons that engage and inspire students, fostering curiosity, debate and independent thinking

Desirable Attributes

• A love for the subject
• Experience of teaching A Level

What we offer

• Students who are exceptionally bright and enthusiastic, thriving in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere and taking responsibility for their own learning
• Opportunities to encourage and support career development, including research and NPQ qualifications
• Coaching and supervision as part of excellent wellbeing support
• Carnegie Mental Health Award recognition
• Staff and student networks for BAME and LGBTQ+ communities through our DARE and Kaleidoscope groups

Herts & Essex High School is a vibrant and happy school providing an exciting variety of opportunities for girls and Sixth Form for girls & boys to develop their talents, to enjoy themselves and to flourish as individuals. Rated Outstanding in our latest Ofsted inspection, ‘Excellence for All’ runs through all aspects of this exceptional school. We welcome early‑career teachers searching for their first teaching role as well as more experienced teachers looking for a new challenge.

We are committed to supporting and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the school community. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks, including a satisfactory Criminal Records Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service and online searches.

Due to the school not having a sponsorship licence, we regret we are unable to consider applications from those who do not have the right to live or work in the UK. Contact [e-mail] or call 01279 654127 to discuss the post. Closing date: Midday on Monday 12 January 2026. We reserve the right to appoint once sufficient suitable applications have been received, so early application is encouraged.