Teacher of Business

• Abbeygate Sixth Form - Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP8 3SU
• MPR/UPR
• Full Time
• Permanent
• Reference: 7460
• Required from September 2025

We are seeking candidates who not only possess a deep passion for their subject but also demonstrate outstanding organisational and communication skills. This role requires you to be able to teach across business A-levels ability to teach economics would be advantageous. Our ideal individuals are motivated and resolute educators who aspire to make a positive impact inspiring students to elevate their interest in business.

If you are a teacher known for your inspiration collaborative spirit and possess the zeal creativity and commitment to uphold the highest standards in the department we eagerly await your application. This presents a thrilling opportunity to become part of a community of professionals dedicated to enhancing teaching practices supporting students in achieving their utmost potential and fostering their continuous progress.

Abbeygate was rated Outstanding in all areas in its recent inspection and our support for students and teachers featured significantly in their judgement.

If you are passionate about supporting and guiding students to excel please apply. Applications from early career teachers (ECTs) are welcomed.

We offer a wide range of staff benefits including:

• Membership into Teachers Pension Scheme
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking
• Canteen
• Company events
• Access to various memberships and discount schemes
• Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days
• Funded subject course development for your role
• Range of staff communities including EDI and neurodiverse communities
• Career progression opportunities

Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking education provider committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences across multiple institutions. Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings including schools further education colleges and specialist learning provisions ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.

At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence inclusivity and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically socially and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities businesses and industry leaders we ensure our curriculum remains relevant equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers.

Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) SEMH (Social Emotional and Mental Health needs) and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education combining academic excellence with pastoral care safeguarding and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.

As a collective Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement innovation and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies including Ofsted to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching learning and student support. Our leadership team educators and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education driving positive change and enabling learners to realise their full potential.

As a group our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview.

This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value support and facilitate your professional development as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance.

How to apply

Please read theJob Description (pdf).

Please feel free to contact the HR team byemailing:

To find out more please visitour website (Abbeygate Sixth Form).

If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Closing date: 8am 4 June 2025.

Promoted as JOTW (Job of the Week) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race sex gender gender reassignment disability religion/belief sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.

The group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

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