Job Description
Leigh UTC Dartford is looking for a Teacher of Business Studies who has a genuine passion for the subject and wants to share that with students. We’re a specialist school with a great atmosphere and a team that really supports one another. If you're a dedicated teacher looking for a move to a school that prioritises STEM and professional excellence, we’d love to have you join us!
Why Choose Us?
- A Thriving Learning Environment: With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to excellence, we offer an environment where both staff and students thrive.
- Supportive Team: Become part of a dedicated, collaborative team that values professional development, creativity, and a shared commitment to student success.
- Innovative Teaching: Embrace a forward-thinking approach with opportunities to teach a diverse curriculum tailored to the modern business world.
What We’re Looking For:
- A qualified teacher with a passion for Business Studies.
- Someone who is enthusiastic, creative, and ready to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs and business leaders.
- A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and understands the link between business education and industry.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
- A supportive and inclusive working environment where your expertise and ideas are valued.
Working with us at Leigh UTC Dartford
At Leigh UTC Dartford, we create opportunities for meaningful collaboration for staff, we provide a respectful working environment and we encourage innovation from every member of our team. Our Principal, Governors, teaching and support staff believe wholeheartedly in creating opportunities for lifelong success for our young people and believe that exam success is just one aspect in achieving this. We deliver amazing experiences for students whilst not compromising on outcomes. Our teamwork allows us to be greater than the sum of our parts - join us to achieve more than you thought possible. Click here to visit our website and find out more!
Curriculum is king and we do things a little differently to other schools or colleges because we believe the most effective way to educate our students is to make our learning more hands-on. With the International Baccalaureate Middle Years programme (MYP) at KS3, GCSEs at KS4, and A-levels, T-levels and the International Baccalaureate Careers Programme (IBCP) at KS5, our ambitious curriculum offer caters for choice, leading the vast majority of students into STEM-related careers or courses.
Applying for this Opportunity
Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): charlotte.herberts@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 245.
To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.
Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity
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 it on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
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.