Business Studies teacher

About the role

We are looking to appoint an outstanding Business Studies teacher. This is an exceptional opportunity. It will offer the successful candidate a friendly, highly supportive and committed working environment within a culture of success and professional growth. Business Studies is gaining in popularity at Alperton Community School. Recent A-Level results have been outstanding. The successful candidate would have the opportunity to deliver Business and/or Economics up to A Level.

The successful candidate(s) will be required to undertake an Enhanced and Barred Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and register the DBS on the Update Service.

• A strong subject knowledge and passion for their area of expertise
• A commitment to inclusive, student-centred education
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A reflective and proactive approach to professional development
• The ability to inspire, challenge, and support young people to achieve their full potential

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential. For leadership roles, previous experience of curriculum planning, mentoring, or departmental leadership will be beneficial.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality effective teaching across GCSE Business (Edexcel 9-1), A-Level Business, and BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Business. The candidate will be an excellent classroom teacher who can inspire and excite students about their learning. They will have an innovative approach to developing and delivering a Business curriculum that is inclusive to all students and makes good use of ICT.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach across the full age and ability range KS4 and KS5. They will have the ability to work within an enthusiastic and committed team and will be expected to have good ICT skills. A sound knowledge and understanding of best practice in the accurate assessment of student work is essential.

Alperton Community School is a split-site academy with a short walk of approximately 8 minutes between sites, and on-site parking is available. It is a large, mixed 11-18 academy with over 350 students in our thriving Sixth Form. Due to our growing popularity and continued success, we have recently expanded our intake to 12 forms in each year group. We are a truly inclusive school, reflecting the wonderfully diverse and vibrant local community we serve.

Our students are exceptionally well‑behaved, hardworking, and ambitious to succeed.

• "Pupils like coming to school and they enjoy their lessons."
• "Pupils can focus because they feel safe."
• "Leaders' expectations of all pupils are high."
• "Pupils behave well in school. They focus on their learning in lessons. Pupils follow teachers' instructions and listen to one another."

Student progress at both GCSE and A Level has consistently been well above national averages. Outcomes for disadvantaged students closely match those of their peers. In 2024, our Progress 8 score was 0.79 (well above average), and our A Level progress placed us in the top 1% of schools nationally. A high proportion of our students go on to study at Oxbridge and other Russell Group universities.

Attendance across the school is excellent, and the percentage of students continuing into education, employment or training is significantly above the national average. Our achievements have been recognised with several recent accolades, including the 2022 Pearson Making a Difference Award. We were also shortlisted for the TES School of the Year and won the TES Maths Team of the Year.

• Extensive CPD and professional growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cashback Health Benefits
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Opportunities for progression and leadership