Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of Business Studies to join Harris Girls' Academy Bromley. You will become part of a committed team of teachers and staff supporting excellent students in a school community that values both character and academic excellence. The school achieved a Progress 8 score in the top 100 nationally last year, uniquely serving a student body with above average disadvantage and below average EAL. Our learning, curriculum, and pedagogy are exemplary, and we pride ourselves on the positive conduct and commitment of our students across all areas of school life.

As a Teacher of Business Studies, you will implement and deliver a broad, balanced, relevant, and differentiated curriculum, supporting a designated curriculum area as appropriate. You will monitor and support student progress and development as a teacher and form tutor, facilitating a learning experience that enables students to achieve their individual potential. You will contribute to raising standards of student attainment and support the academy’s responsibility to provide opportunities for personal and academic growth.

Your responsibilities will include operational and strategic planning, curriculum planning, staff development, quality assurance, management of information, communication with students, parents and stakeholders, pastoral duties as a form tutor, and delivering high-quality teaching to ensure an excellent learning experience for all students.

Harris Girls' Academy Bromley fosters a culture of leadership at all levels, constant improvement, and responsiveness to the needs of our young people. We offer a supportive environment where you can grow, inspire, and develop your career.

Experience
Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree. Successful teaching experience at secondary level is required (including teaching practice). Experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and working in an 11-18 school is desirable.

About you
You understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning and the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students. You have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, including lesson planning, resource development, and student assessment. You are able to work collaboratively as part of a team and develop positive relationships with staff. You possess good ICT skills, including innovative use of interactive whiteboards. You can create a motivating and safe learning environment, communicate positively with parents and external agencies, and demonstrate excellent written and spoken communication skills. You are able to manage your own workload effectively, have excellent time management skills, and are skilled at motivating students and raising their aspirations through a variety of strategies.

Qualifications
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent and a relevant undergraduate degree are essential.