Teacher of Business Studies - Secondary Academy in Bath...

A dynamic secondary academy in Bath is seeking an inspiring Teacher of Business Studies to join its Social Sciences faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a practitioner passionate about real-world enterprise, corporate strategy, and building commercial confidence in young people.

Job Overview

Business Studies plays a prominent role in this school’s academic and vocational identity. The successful applicant will deliver engaging Business lessons across Key Stage 4 (GCSE / BTEC) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level / BTEC Nationals).

Working closely with the Social Sciences department, you will guide pupils through marketing, finance, operations, and strategic management, while supporting enterprise enrichment activities. This is a full-time, permanent contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach engaging practical and theoretical Business Studies lessons across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5

• Direct and support enterprise initiatives, such as Young Enterprise competitions and guest speaker events

• Guide GCSE, A-Level, and BTEC pupils through coursework portfolio building and written exam preparation

• Maintain digital business labs and interactive software resources effectively

• Assess, track, and report on student progress across internal BTEC portfolios and external examinations

• Fulfill pastoral duties as a Form Tutor, supporting student wellbeing and personal development

The School & What’s on Offer

• January Start: Full-time, permanent position commencing January

• Contract: Permanent employment contract directly with the school

• Facilities: Purpose-built digital computer suites, enterprise rooms, and modern ICT infrastructure

• Location: Prime Bath location with excellent regional transport and road connections

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT / QTLS)

• Honors degree in Business Management, Enterprise, Finance, or a closely related discipline

• Proven track record (or clear potential during training) for delivering strong GCSE/A-Level/BTEC Business outcomes

• Good knowledge of secondary business exam specifications (AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Pearson BTEC)

• An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply

Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time, permanent Business Studies position in Bath for a January start.