Teacher of Business and Economics (Part-Time)

Required: January 2025 Line Manager: Head of Business and Economics Hours: Part-Time (0.6 FTE) Contract Term: 1 Year Fixed Term Closing Date: 9th October 2024, 12:00 noon Interview Date: 17th October 2024 The Role The Headmaster is seeking to appoint an inspirational and high-achieving teacher to join the Business & Economics Department of The King's School, Gloucester - one of the country's leading HMC Independent Schools - on a part-time (0.6 FTE), one-year maternity cover basis. The successful candidate will have a flair for Business & Economics and be well-placed to generate and sustain a high degree of motivation and achievement in all pupils. The post could suit an NQT or an experienced teacher alike, who desires to teach a range of abilities in small classes ranging from 5 to a maximum of 18. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented teacher to play their part in shaping the business minds of the future. The School The King's School, Gloucester has a rich academic tradition dating back to its founding in 1541. It houses the longest-serving classroom in Europe and is held in high esteem amongst the local and wider community, winning Gloucestershire Independent School of the Year in 2020 and 2021, and being Highly Commended again in 2022 and 2023. Following the 2022 ISI Inspection, King's was proud to be declared 'excellent in all areas'. The Department The Business & Economics Department is an energetic, supportive and innovative department. The department currently contains one full time teacher and three part time teachers. We deliver an active, engaging and inspiring course that reflects the demands of an evolving business environment. The Schemes of Work allow for flexibility so teachers can tailor their teaching to their class, ensuring that all pupils make the best possible progress. The teaching of Business & Economics takes place in the newly refurbished 7 College Green building. Bright, open classrooms immediately overlook Gloucester Cathedral and teachers have access to a wealth of resources. IT is central to lessons, with pupils bringing their own devices and the majority of lessons using Teams. The department has engineered many links with the local community and take part in national competitions in order to bring greater realism into the lessons. We have run trips to New York, London's financial district and to universities, and arranged for speakers to give talks to Business & Economics students on a range of topics. Timetable, induction and training The School operates to a ten-day timetable cycle, consisting of 60 periods. Full-time members of staff teach 48 periods per cycle. Early Career Teachers receive a 10% minimum reduction in their allocation in their first year for training and induction - this reduces to 5% in the second year of induction. The King's School has a strong record of training and developing teachers in situ, and there are opportunities for further development at every level. Main Duties The following shall be deemed to be included in the professional duties which the teacher may be required to perform:

• First-class, innovative teaching throughout the School in a manner appropriate to students' ages and abilities;
• Assessing and recording students' progress in accordance with departmental and School policies;
• Attending and contributing to departmental meetings;
• Developing and sharing teaching and learning resources;
• Monitoring the work and progress of pupils, including those with specific learning needs;
• Maintaining professional skills through INSET and the School's Continuing Professional Development programme;
• Initiating and promoting links with Junior School where appropriate;
• Helping promote partnerships and links with educational organisations outside of King's;
• Promoting the awareness of relevant career opportunities and experiences for students;
• Producing displays to create an enhanced learning environment;
• Contributing to the extra-curricular life of the School through the Activities and Academic Enrichment Programme or other appropriate commitment;
• Taking part in the pastoral life of the School as a Form Tutor or Cover Tutor;
• Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom you are responsible and with whom you come into contact;
• Any other tasks or responsibilities that may reasonably be assigned by the Headmaster.
Profile The successful candidate should have the following:
• A degree related to Business and/or Economics, or experience in the field;
• Experience of teaching at KS3-5;
• Enthusiasm and passion for the subject, the School and the pupils;
• Dynamic, effective teaching strategies that engage all learners;
• Initiative and resourcefulness; ability to produce excellent teaching plans;
• Excellent written and oral communication, numerical and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent organisational skills, able to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload and remain professional at all times;
• Ability to deliver high standards, accuracy and attention to detail, meeting all deadlines;
• Willingness to undertake further professional development.
Salary The King's School offers its own salary scale, details of which can be discussed at interview. The salary will be commensurate with the significance of this role in a leading HMC independent school and will depend on qualifications and experience. Benefits
• A contributory pension through Aviva APTIS;
• Generous fee remission for children at King's;
• Before / After School Care for children at King's;
• Access to a Doctor for advice and short consultations;
• Staff Wellbeing Programme;
• Cycle to Work / Car scheme;
• Lunches;
• Parking.
Applications Candidates should apply through TES. A CV is not required. Closing date for applications is Wednesday 9th October 2024 at 12:00 noon, with interviews taking place on Thursday 17th October 2024. Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the published closing and interview dates, if appropriate. For further information, please contact Mr Harry Fuller on or via email to recruitment@thekingsschool.co.uk.


• A degree related to Business and/or Economics, or experience in the field;
• Experience of teaching at KS3-5;
• Enthusiasm and passion for the subject, the School and the pupils;
• Dynamic, effective teaching strategies that engage all learners;
• Initiative and resourcefulness; ability to produce excellent teaching plans;
• Excellent written and oral communication, numerical and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent organisational skills, able to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload and remain professional at all times;
• Ability to deliver high standards, accuracy and attention to detail, meeting all deadlines;
• Willingness to undertake further professional development.
  
  The King's School offers its own salary scale, details of which can be discussed at interview. The salary will be commensurate with the significance of this role in a leading HMC independent school and will depend on qualifications and experience., A contributory pension through Aviva APTIS;
• Generous fee remission for children at King's;
• Before / After School Care for children at King's;
• Access to a Doctor for advice and short consultations;
• Staff Wellbeing Programme;
• Cycle to Work / Car scheme;
• Lunches;
• Parking.