Job Description

Business Studies Teacher 

London Borough of Richmond upon Thames
Start Date: September 2026 
Full-time, Permanent
MPS/UPS (Outer London)

About the Opportunity

A high-performing and well-regarded secondary school in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames is working in partnership with a specialist education recruitment agency to appoint an enthusiastic Business Studies Teacher. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Business Studies Teacher to join a supportive and successful department within a highly sought-after borough.

The Role

As a Business Studies Teacher, you will deliver engaging and inspiring lessons across Key Stages 4 and 5. The successful Business Studies Teacher will help students develop a strong understanding of enterprise, finance, and real-world business applications.

Key responsibilities for this Business Studies Teacher role include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality Business Studies lessons
• Teaching GCSE and A-Level/BTEC Business
• Differentiating lessons to meet the needs of all learners
• Monitoring and assessing student progress effectively
• Supporting curriculum development within the department
• Contributing to extracurricular enterprise initiatives

This Business Studies Teacher position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a well-resourced and collaborative department.

The School

This Richmond secondary school provides an excellent environment for a Business Studies Teacher to thrive. The school benefits from strong academic outcomes, a positive learning culture, and excellent facilities.

As a Business Studies Teacher, you will benefit from:

• A supportive and experienced Senior Leadership Team
• A successful and growing Business Studies department
• High levels of student engagement and achievement
• Access to high-quality CPD and progression opportunities
• A welcoming and inclusive school community

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a committed Business Studies Teacher who:

• Holds QTS or an equivalent qualification
• Has experience teaching Business Studies at KS4 and ideally KS5
• Demonstrates strong subject knowledge and teaching practice
• Has a passion for business education and student success
• Can contribute to the wider life of the school

This role is suitable for both an experienced Business Studies Teacher and an ECT.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive Outer London salary (MPS/UPS)
• Opportunities for TLR and career progression
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Access to ongoing professional development
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing

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