Business Teacher – Independent School – Buckingham – Immediate Start

A prestigious independent day and boarding school in Buckingham is seeking an outstanding Business Teacher to join their thriving department on a full-time permanent basis with an immediate start. The successful candidate will teach GCSE and A-Level Business in small class sizes and play an active role within a dynamic and high-achieving Sixth Form.

Key Details

Role: Business Teacher (GCSE & A-Level)

School: Independent (1118) Buckingham

Start: Immediate (Permanent Full-Time)

Suitability: Open to both ECTs and experienced teachers

Exam Boards: Experience with AQA/Edexcel advantageous

About the School

This highly regarded independent school educating around 900 pupils aged 1118 is celebrated for its academic excellence strong pastoral care and supportive ethos. Business Studies is a popular and successful subject particularly at A-Level where results consistently exceed national averages. Many students progress to study Business Economics Finance and Management at top universities including within the Russell Group.

The school offers modern facilities including dedicated Business classrooms equipped with interactive technology and collaborative learning spaces. Staff benefit from small class sizes a collegiate working environment and regular CPD opportunities through a structured professional development framework.

The Role What Youll Do

Deliver engaging and well-structured Business lessons across KS4KS5 ensuring lessons meet current specification standards (AQA/Edexcel).

Use effective assessment for learning feedback and data-driven strategies to ensure exceptional progress.

Support enrichment initiatives such as Young Enterprise entrepreneurship clubs and guest speaker events.

Contribute to curriculum development exam preparation and departmental planning.

Maintain high expectations for student engagement progress and behaviour.

Play an active role in the wider school community supporting open days Sixth Form events and careers guidance.

Person Specification

Essential

Degree in Business or a closely related field.

QTS/PGCE (or equivalent) with experience teaching at KS4 and/or KS5.

Strong subject knowledge in key Business areas such as marketing finance and strategy.

Excellent communication and classroom management skills.

Commitment to safeguarding inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

Desirable

Experience teaching AQA or Edexcel at GCSE/A-Level.

Evidence of raising attainment and delivering excellent outcomes.

Experience leading enterprise or enrichment programmes.

Willingness to contribute to Economics or related subject areas.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive independent school salary commensurate with experience.

Excellent CPD and professional growth opportunities.

Small class sizes and a supportive department.

Access to 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 take place before the closing date for an immediate start.