Business Teacher – Forward-Thinking Secondary School & Sixth Form in Northampton

Position: Business Teacher Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire Salary: MPS / UPS Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Start Date: ASAP ROLE DESCRIPTION A forward-thinking secondary school and sixth form in Northampton is seeking an engaging Business Teacher to join their Business and Enterprise faculty ASAP. In this full-time role, you will deliver high-quality Business Studies lessons across Key Stage 4 (GCSE / Vocational) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level / BTEC), inspiring students to explore marketing, finance, human resources, operations, and business strategy. You will equip students with the analytical, enterprise, and decision-making skills needed for university study, higher apprenticeships, and future corporate careers. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers are equally encouraged to apply. DUTIES Plan, deliver, and assess interactive Business Studies lessons across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 in line with GCSE, A-Level, and vocational exam board specifications. Guide students through core business concepts, including business structures, financial management, market research, global trade, and strategic planning. Train pupils in case study analysis, quantitative business data interpretation, essay evaluation, and real-world commercial problem-solving. Differentiate instructional delivery to support students of varying academic abilities while stretching high-attaining pupils toward top academic grades. Collaborate with departmental colleagues to refine schemes of work, track pupil attainment data, and support extracurricular enterprise initiatives. REQUIREMENTS Bachelor degree in Business Studies, Business Management, Finance, Enterprise, or a closely related discipline. Recognized UK teaching qualification with QTS or QTLS. Proven teaching experience or strong placement record in secondary and Post-16 Business education. Excellent classroom management, communication, and commercial awareness. Legal right to work in the UK. SALARY Paid on the national Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale (MPS / UPS) commensurate with experience. Enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme. BENEFITS Modern business department equipped with interactive digital learning tools and dedicated sixth form study spaces. Supportive senior leadership team offering tailored continuous professional development and ECT mentorship. Convenient Northampton location with direct transport links across Northamptonshire and the East Midlands, plus free on-site staff parking. APPLICATION To apply for this Business Teacher position, please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.