Teacher of Business

Are you passionate about shaping the future of young business minds? Leigh Stationers’ Academy is on the lookout for an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Business to join our vibrant Business Studies Department, where our commitment to real-world learning and student success is at the heart of everything we do.

Achievement for all students regardless of background is our key objective. We offer stimulating learning environments where effective teaching and learning are underpinned by high-quality interpersonal relationships. If you are ambitious for yourself and the learners you serve, then you are the person we need.

Why choose us?

A Thriving Business Department: Business is one of our most popular subjects, with thriving classes at Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5. Here, you’ll be part of a high-demand subject area, working with engaged students who are eager to learn and grow.Diverse Course Offerings:

At Key Stage 4, we offer a robust curriculum including both GCSE Business and BTEC Enterprise, allowing you to engage with students through multiple pathways and help them develop foundational knowledge and skills.

At Key Stage 5, we offer A-Level Business, A-Level Economics, and T-Level Finance, providing opportunities to dive deeper into specialized topics and prepare students for higher education and future careers.

Beyond the Classroom: Join a department that goes beyond traditional teaching! Our Young Enterprise Club is an active part of academy life, competing in external competitions and providing students with hands-on experience in entrepreneurship and teamwork.

Real-World Exposure: We believe in bringing business and enterprise to life. As a Business Teacher at Leigh Stationers’ Academy, you’ll play an integral role in organizing trips and extra-curricular activities that expose students to business in action, inspiring them to think critically and creatively.

Perks of the role:

• Fulfilling work that makes a real difference in students’ lives
• Collaborative culture that encourages professional growth
• Access to cutting-edge resources and technology

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our dynamic team and embark on a rewarding journey in education. Together, let’s shape the future of business and finance. For the right candidate, we can also offer additional responsibility.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of something extraordinary. Join Leigh Stationers’ Academy today.

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Working with us at Leigh Stationers’ Academy

Leigh Stationers’ Academy is an academy which possesses all the essential ingredients to become a truly exceptional school.

In line with the ethos of all Leigh Academies Trust schools, our commitment to ‘human-scale’ education through a schools-within-schools model ensures every student is recognised and valued. At the heart of Leigh Stationers’ Academy is robust pastoral care, which prioritises strong partnerships with parents and carers.

‘Pupils appreciate the close working relationships that they build with staff through belonging to one of the four small schools’ – OFSTED January 2023

As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, the IB philosophy is at the heart of our curriculum. We offer the IB Middle Years Programme for Years 7-9, a programme designed to nurture happy, curious, well-rounded, independent, globally aware, and resilient students. Moreover, our students enjoy an extensive range of clubs and activities. We are one of the largest Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Award providers in the South, with hundreds of students achieving Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels every year. Additionally, as one of only six state schools with a Marine Combined Cadet Force (CCF), we offer a unique experience to every pupil.

‘A rich range of visits and activities are made available to pupils’. – OFSTED January 2023

Our dedicated and skilled team of professionals is key to transforming lives and securing the best outcomes for every student. We provide a wealth of professional development opportunities demonstrating our investment in our staff’s professional growth.

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Being part of Leigh Academies Trust

As of 1st September 2024, our Trust comprises 33 geographically organised academies (17 secondaries, 14 primaries and 2 special) educating more than 24,000 students and employing 4,000 talented staff. Currently, 16 of our academies are considered to be “Outstanding” which is 53% of those which have been inspected whilst part of the Trust. The Trust is establishing three ‘clusters’ of academies: LAT Central; LAT West; LAT North. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region’s biggest initial teaching training organisations, a large teaching school hub and is an accredited apprenticeship provider. Our future plans are found in our Vision 2030 document available on our website.

As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation.

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Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates – you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Our commitment to equality and diversity: As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

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