Business Teacher | Secondary School | Reading

Position: Business Teacher
Location: Reading
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS4–KS5

Business Teaching Role in a Secondary School

A well-established secondary school in Reading is seeking to appoint a Business Teacher to join its Humanities or Business faculty from September. This is a full-time role within a supportive and ambitious school that values enterprise, analytical thinking, and high-quality teaching.

Business Studies is a highly regarded subject within the school, with students encouraged to develop an understanding of real-world business operations, finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship.

About the Role

You will teach Business Studies across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5, delivering engaging and well-structured lessons that develop students’ commercial awareness, analytical skills, and understanding of business decision-making.

Students will study topics including marketing, finance, human resources, operations, entrepreneurship, and global business environments, while developing strong exam technique and evaluative writing skills.

You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Business examinations, supporting them in achieving strong academic outcomes and progression to higher education or business-related careers.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Business Studies across KS4 and KS5

• Deliver engaging and applied business lessons

• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level examinations

• Assess student work and provide clear, constructive feedback

• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records

• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development

• Support enterprise and enrichment activities

• Maintain high standards of classroom engagement and behaviour

The School Environment

This secondary school in Reading provides a structured and supportive environment where students are encouraged to achieve strong academic outcomes and develop real-world business understanding.

The Business department benefits from collaborative planning, strong leadership, and a culture focused on ambition, achievement, and student success.

Leadership supports professional development and values teamwork, subject expertise, and high-quality teaching.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Business Studies at secondary or sixth form level

• Strong subject knowledge in business concepts and theory

• Ability to teach KS4 and KS5 confidently

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level Business Studies

• Experience with exam board specifications (e.g., AQA, Edexcel)

• Ability to contribute to enterprise or enrichment programmes

• Experience in a high-achieving or independent school setting

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Business Teacher role in Reading starting in September, please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.