JOB DESCRIPTION
Teacher of Business Studies
REPORTS TO: Senior Leader
PAYSCALE: Main scale or UPS (£33,074 - £47,031)
LOCATION Epping St. John’s Church of England School
TERMS:
You will be required to meet the general requirements of this post as
specified in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document. In addition,
you will be required to fulfil any reasonable expectations from the
Headteacher of the school.
CONTRACT: Permanent, Full Time – January 2025 Start
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Teachers make the education of their pupils their first concern, and are accountable for
achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. Teachers act with honesty
and integrity; have strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills as teachers
up-to-date and are self-critical; forge positive professional relationships; and work with
parents in the best interests of their pupils.
Liaison with:
The post-holder will be expected to network and liaise with the Head of Faculty, Faculty
Team, Teaching/Associate Staff, School Representatives, External Agencies, Pupils and
Parents.
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Oversight of:
Pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes.
Specific Responsibilities
To teach Business across the 11 – 18 age range with a focus on GCSE and A Level under the
direction of the teacher in charge of Business.
To be able to teach a second subject if need be across the 11 – 18 age range under the direction
of that member of staff in charge of that subject area.
To participate in the development of appropriate schemes of work, taking specific responsibilities
in some areas.
To assess and report on pupils’ attainment and progress in KS3, KS4 and KS5.
To teach to the requirements of the National Curriculum programme.
To be a form tutor to an assigned tutor group and to carry out related duties.
To carry out a share of supervisory duties.
Communicate effectively with parents with regard to pupils’ achievements and well-being.
Know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be
taught effectively.
Set homework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and
understanding pupils have acquired.
Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting
good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the
school’s behaviour policy.
Have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special education
needs, those of high ability, those with English as an additional language, those with disabilities
and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them.
To impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time.
To take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development,
responding to advice and feedback from colleagues.
Understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory
assessment requirements.
Main Expectations of the role
Being aware of pupils’ capabilities, their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these.
Guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs.
Demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate teaching strategies.
Demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of children and
know how to adapt teaching to support pupils’ education at different stages of development.
Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on
advice and specialist support.
Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study.
Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect.
Have high expectations of behaviour and establish a framework for discipline with a range of
strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly.
Promote a love of learning and children’s intellectual curiosity.
Support strategies to promote high standards of behaviour.
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Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs in order to
involve and motivate them.
Additional duties:
To play a full part in the life of the School community, to support its distinctive mission and ethos
and to encourage staff and pupils to follow this example.
To develop a calm learning atmosphere by completing duties each week as required by the
Headteacher.
To support pupil progress by completing one homework club session and/or one Business
enrichment/booster session after school each week as required by the Headteacher.
Actively promote reading for pleasure.
Other specific duties:
To continue personal development as agreed.
To assist with the carrying out of risk assessments as appropriate.
To ensure that Health and Safety policies and procedures are followed.
To actively engage in the performance review process.
To undertake any other duty as specified by the Headteacher not mentioned in the above.
To comply with the School’s Health and Safety Policy and undertake Risk Assessments as
appropriate.
To be aware of and work in accordance with the school’s child protection policies and
procedures, and to raise any concerns relating to such procedures which may be noted during
the course of duty.
The duties above are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post-holder may be required by the
Headteacher to carry out appropriate duties within the context of the job, skills and grade.
General responsibilities common to all members of staff
All staff are responsible for the safeguarding and wellbeing of pupils and must follow BMAT guidance and
policies.
BMAT Directors are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
This job description will be reviewed annually and may be subject to amendment or modification at any
time after consultation with the post-holder.
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Person Specification – Teacher of Business
Essential Desirable
Qualifications and documentation
Honours Degree Qualified Teacher Status in subject area relevant to the Faculty Enhances DBS & validated references Eligibility to work in the UK Evidence of further professional development relevant to the post
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Experience Proven record as an outstanding teacher with a proven track record of securing outstanding outcomes for pupils over at least two years Experience of leading, managing and supporting activities in a classroom environment Experience of working with children and young people
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Knowledge
An understanding of the expectations Ofsted Framework regarding effective teaching & learning Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Knowledge of curriculum Understanding of assessment issues, including the practical use of data in planning and raising standards Understanding of safeguarding requirements Understanding the qualities of good teaching, effective learning and how these can be applied to raise pupil attainment.
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Skills / Competencies
Ability to relate well to children and adults Ability to work independently and manage workload Ability to communicate effectively to colleagues, pupils and parents Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and demonstrate personal boundaries with children and young people Attention to detail Can maintain and actively promote high standards of pupil behaviour Discretion, tact and diplomacy Good numeracy/literacy/ICT skills Work constructively as part of a team, follow instructions, understand roles and responsibilities
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Personal Qualities
Characterised as: A belief in the ability of children and young people to achieve and to overcome obstacles to their learning A high level of personal integrity Highly motivated and inspirational in the classroom Committed to safeguarding children Commitment to the overall success of the school Calm under pressure and flexible in approach Emotionally intelligent and self aware Positive attitude to use of authority and maintaining discipline Enjoys working in new and challenging situations Reliable and trustworthy Proactive, enthusiastic, optimistic and innovative Flexible and adaptive approach to work Professional working attitude
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