Business Studies Teacher - #2170908

Location: South Manchester

Agency: Astro Education

Contract: Full-time / Long-term opportunity

Key Stages: KS3 & KS4

Requirements: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) | ECTs Welcome

Astro Education is working with a secondary school in South Manchester to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic QTS-qualified Business Studies Teacher to join their team.

We are looking for a confident and knowledgeable teacher who can deliver engaging Business Studies lessons across KS3 and KS4, inspire students to develop their understanding of the business world, and support them in achieving their full academic potential.

This is a full teaching role, involving lesson planning, delivery, assessment and marking. The successful candidate will take responsibility for their classes, ensuring lessons are well structured, engaging and aligned with the curriculum.

Experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are welcome to apply. Whether you're an established teacher looking for your next challenge or an ECT keen to develop your teaching career, we'd love to hear from you.

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging Business Studies lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach the relevant curriculum, developing students' knowledge of business, enterprise, finance and the wider commercial world.
• Take full responsibility for lesson planning, preparation, assessment and marking.
• Prepare KS4 students for GCSE Business Studies examinations.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to support achievement.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of students with varying abilities and learning styles.
• Maintain strong classroom management and promote a positive learning environment.
• Encourage critical thinking, problem-solving and real-world application of business concepts.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support curriculum delivery and raise attainment.
• Contribute positively to the wider school community and students' overall development.

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or is an ECT working towards completing their induction.
• Has experience teaching Business Studies within a secondary school setting, with ECTs also encouraged to apply.
• Is confident delivering lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Has strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for Business Studies.
• Is experienced in, or ready to take responsibility for, planning, marking and assessment.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Can deliver engaging lessons that motivate students and encourage independent thinking.
• Is organised, proactive and committed to raising student achievement.
• Can build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Is reliable, enthusiastic and committed to providing high-quality teaching.

We're looking for someone who can bring Business Studies to life, helping students understand how businesses operate in the real world while developing the skills and knowledge they need for future success.

At Astro Education, our mission is to connect great schools with great people.

We believe in ethical recruitment, transparency and building long-term relationships with schools and educators. We work closely with secondary schools across Manchester and the surrounding areas, taking the time to understand the needs of both our schools and candidates to ensure the right people are placed in the right environments.

Our experienced education recruitment team is committed to supporting teachers throughout the recruitment process, helping them find opportunities that match their experience, availability and career goals.

• Teaching opportunities: Access to secondary school roles across Manchester and the surrounding areas.
• Competitive pay: Rates or salary arrangements based on experience and the position.
• Dedicated support: A dedicated point of contact throughout your placement.
• Career development: Opportunities to build experience and develop your teaching career.
• ECT opportunities: Support in finding suitable roles to help you progress through your teaching career.
• Long-term prospects: Opportunities to establish yourself within local secondary schools.
• Ethical recruitment: A transparent, honest and supportive approach throughout the recruitment process.

If you're a QTS-qualified Business Studies Teacher with a passion for education, or an ECT looking for the right opportunity to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Astro Education is keen to connect with enthusiastic and committed teachers who want to make a real difference to students' learning and achievement.

Apply today to speak with the Astro Education team and find out more about Business Studies teaching opportunities in South Manchester!