Business Teacher – Independent School – Gloucester – January 2026 Start

A prestigious independent day school in Gloucester is seeking an outstanding Business Teacher to join from January 2026. The successful candidate will teach GCSE and A-Level Business (small class sizes) and contribute to a thriving Sixth Form.

Key Details

Role: Business Teacher (GCSE & A-Level)
School: Independent (1118) Gloucester
Start: January 2026 (permanent full-time)
Suitability: ECTs and experienced teachers considered
Exam Boards: Experience with AQA/Edexcel advantageous

About the School

The school educates around 900 pupils aged 1118 and is renowned for its high academic standards excellent pastoral care and broad enrichment programme. Business is a popular subject within the Sixth Form producing outstanding results and a strong record of progression into Accounting Finance Management and Economics degrees at top universities.

Facilities include modern classrooms with interactive technology and dedicated Sixth Form study suites. Staff benefit from a collaborative departmental culture subject networks and regular CPD opportunities to enhance professional growth.

The Role What Youll Do

Plan and deliver engaging and challenging Business lessons at KS4KS5 aligned to the latest specifications and best teaching practice.
Use assessment for learning constructive feedback and data-informed strategies to support student progress.
Enrich the curriculum through Young Enterprise projects entrepreneurship clubs guest lectures workplace visits and competitions.
Collaborate on schemes of work resources and exam preparation including mock exams and revision workshops.
Maintain a positive and purposeful classroom culture with high expectations for behaviour effort and outcomes.
Contribute to the wider life of the school including form tutoring trips open evenings and Sixth Form events.

Person Specification

Essential
Degree in Business or a closely related field.
QTS/PGCE (or equivalent) with successful experience at KS4 and/or KS5.
Strong subject knowledge across marketing finance operations strategy and external influences.
Evidence of impactful teaching excellent communication and effective behaviour management.
Commitment to safeguarding inclusivity and pupil wellbeing.

Desirable
Experience with AQA or Edexcel at GCSE/A-Level.
Evidence of raising attainment in examination cohorts.
Experience leading enterprise or enrichment activities such as Young Enterprise or DECA-style competitions.
Willingness to support university and careers guidance for Business pathways.
(Optional) Ability to contribute to Economics teaching is an advantage but not essential.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive independent school salary (commensurate with experience) plus comprehensive benefits.
Access to high-quality CPD and career progression routes.
Small class sizes excellent resources and strong pastoral systems.
On-site facilities and staff wellbeing initiatives.

How to Apply

Please send your updated CV and a brief covering note outlining your suitability for the Business Teacher position. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may be scheduled on a rolling basis.