Business & Economics Teacher

Ribbons & Reeves • Enfield, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

A dynamic, high-achieving secondary school in Enfield is seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Business & Economics Teacher to join their thriving faculty from September 2026. This is a permanent Business & Economics Teacher role within a school rated Good by Ofsted, known for its ambitious curriculum, strong examination outcomes, and genuine commitment to preparing pupils for success in an ever-changing commercial world. This Enfield secondary school delivers a forward-thinking Business and Economics curriculum at KS4, with strong GCSE outcomes underpinned by real-world relevance, structured teaching, and high expectations for every pupil. The school has well-established links with local employers and enterprise organisations, giving every Business & Economics Teacher a rich seam of authentic context to draw upon in the classroom. Behaviour is managed through clear, consistent whole-school systems that create focused, purposeful learning environments. Enrichment including Young Enterprise partnerships, economics debate events, and university outreach programmes reflect the department's ambition to broaden pupil horizons well beyond the specification.

Requirements

• Hold British QTS or are completing a UK-accredited initial teacher training programme
• Graduated with a 2:1 or above in Business, Economics, or a closely related discipline from a reputable UK university, ideally Russell Group
• Can demonstrate meaningful classroom experience within a UK secondary school setting through placements or a substantive teaching post
• Show clear evidence of structured lesson delivery and measurable pupil progress at KS4
• Are confident working within an established whole-school behaviour framework
• Are legally entitled to work in the UK - visa sponsorship is not available
• ECT applicants are welcomed provided formal UK teacher training has been completed or is in its final stages.

Nice To Haves

• TLR opportunities may be available for candidates with relevant departmental or enrichment leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, knowledge-rich lessons across KS4, using real-world examples and current affairs to bring economic and business concepts to life for your pupils.
• Use assessment data to identify gaps, adapt your teaching, and drive measurable progress towards strong GCSE outcomes.
• Contribute to departmental planning.
• Support enterprise enrichment activities.
• Build strong, productive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues throughout the year.

Benefits

• Structured CPD with clear pathways into middle leadership for ambitious practitioners
• Collaborative departmental planning with a manageable and purposeful approach to assessment
• A supportive SLT that invests in subject development and backs its teachers consistently
• Outer London MPS: £37,870 to £50,474, with UPS up to £56,154.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level