Business Studies Teacher

A. Safeguarding duties

• To be fully aware of the principles of safeguarding as they apply to vulnerable children in

relation to the role.

• To ensure that the designated member of staff for child protection is made aware and kept

fully informed of any concerns which the post holder may have in relation to safeguarding
and/or child protection.

B. Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils

• Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect.
• Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions.
• Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of

pupils.

• Guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs.

C. Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge

• Have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain

pupils’ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings.

• Use a variety of learning styles to maximise student engagement and progression in securing

subject knowledge and preparation for examinations.

D. Plan and teach well-structured lessons

• Promote a love of learning and children’s intellectual curiosity.
• Contribute to the design and provision of an inclusive, engaging curriculum within the

relevant subject area(s).

E. Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils

• Have a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’ ability to learn, and

how best to overcome these.

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special

educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language; those
with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage
and support them.

F. Make accurate and productive use of assessment

• Demonstrate effective use of assessment to monitor student achievement, attainment and

progress.

G. Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment

• Have high expectations, clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take

responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around
the school, in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy.

H. Fulfill wider professional responsibilities

• Demonstrate a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• Take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development by

working collaboratively and responding to advice and feedback from colleagues.

• Communicate effectively across the school community.
• Undertake duties and administrative tasks.
• Contribute to a successful faculty through sharing good practice and organizing events to

integrate the subject into the school community.