Business Studies Teacher

Business Studies Teacher Job

·     Salary: Inner London Pay Scale – MPS/UPS (£34,502 to £56,959)

·     Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

·     To Start: July/September 2024

·     Location: 352 Commercial Road London, E1 0LB, London Borough of Tower Hamlets

There is a wave of change and improvement at Bishop Challoner, can you be part of our journey of improvement?

The Governors seek to appoint an exceptional Teacher of Business Studies who has a proven track record of good or outstanding classroom practice. This post would suit both experienced and ECTs.

From September 2023, Bishop Challoner’s two schools merged, creating one co-educational school. The school has 1232 students on roll, including 211 in the Sixth Form. Bishop Challoner is in an area of relatively high deprivation which transforms the life opportunities of children. If you came into teaching to transform lives, then this is an opportunity for you to do so. We have state of the art buildings and facilities and a team of innovative, experienced and dedicated professional staff, Bishop Challoner is an exciting and supportive environment in which to work and develop your career.

Business Studies is a popular subject at the school, attracting high numbers at KS4 and KS5. However, we are not complacent – working with a team of passionate and dedicated practitioners, you will contribute to the development of a department that aims to maintain an outstanding reputation. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for exceptional teachers. You do not need to be a practising Catholic to apply.

We Offer:

·      All new teachers will be supported through our Early Careers Programme

·      A strong commitment to your professional development and career management - excellent CPD opportunities including bespoke individual and team-based training programmes at all levels

·      A supportive environment in which your enthusiasm will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded

·      A working environment focused on Teaching and Learning and raising standards for all

·      A positive and stimulating school climate which values the contribution of all staff

OFSTED Quotes:

·      “Pupils value their education”

·      “Positive about the changes and routines that new leaders introduced”

·      “New leaders and governors are ambitious and have set high expectations for all. They set about making important changes and have brought about notable improvements” (OFSTED, November 2021)

We are looking for professionals with:

·      The willingness to support our Catholic Ethos and mission

·      Evidence of excellent classroom practice or the potential to achieve it

·      A track record of successful student outcomes across the Key Stages

·      High expectations of student attainment and behaviour

·      Passion for providing an extensive amount of extra-curricular opportunities for our young people

If you have the passion and drive to contribute to the future development of Business Studies at Bishop Challoner, we look forward to hearing from you.

How to Apply:

Your application is a direct permanent application to Bishop Challoner.

To apply, please request an application form from Ellie or Francisca for more information. Your application is a direct permanent application to our school (not through agency), Hays is our recruitment partner for all permanent appointments.

Closing Date: immediate, no later than Thursday, 9th May 2024 at 12 noon

Please note that there are no parking facilities at the school for visitors, but we are lucky to be served by a number of transport links including Bus, DLR, Overground and Tube.

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check. The Governing Body is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please also find the details of our Safeguarding Policy.