Business Teacher

Stonyhurst College is the UK’s leading Catholic co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 3-18. Boarding is from the age of 7. At the College, there are approximately 650 pupils aged 11-18, two thirds of whom are boarders. At Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall, the adjacent dedicated preparatory school, there are around 200 pupils aged 3-11. Stonyhurst has a fascinating heritage, being the oldest continuously active Jesuit school in the world. The College’s Ignatian mission and identity set Stonyhurst apart from other schools. Pupils are urged to do as much as they can (Quant Je Puis) for other people following the example of Jesus Christ and following in the spirit and charism of the Jesuits. The College prepares young people to change the world for others. The Business Department has a long-standing reputation for outstanding results, offering a range of courses at Key Stage 5 including Edexcel A Level Business, IB Diploma Business Management HL and SL and OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3. The success of the department is matched by its popularity, with large numbers of pupils opting for a business course in the Sixth Form (Higher Line). The department is situated in a suite of 3 classrooms, all equipped with C- Touch screens. All students have access to online textbooks and we use Microsoft Teams as our online platform. The department delivers a social enterprise activity each week to year 12 students. The ideal candidate for this role will have proven experience and successful exam results. They will demonstrate an innovative and imaginative approach to teaching and learning, display a willingness to be involved in all aspects of departmental development and be a dedicated team player who strives for excellence, leading by example. Teach across the range of courses including A Level, IB and Cambridge Technical Level 3. Further develop the use of technology to enhance the learning opportunities for our pupils. Enhance the current extra-curricular provision offered by the Business Department. Provide tutorial support as tutor to a group of pupils. Ensure that gifted and talented pupils are stretched to their maximum potential. Ensure that pupils who find the subject particularly challenging have access to the best possible support. Actively promote the Stonyhurst ethos as set out in the College Mission Statement. Contribute to the games and/or co-curricular programme. Play a part in boarding pastoral care, usually as a member of a Playroom. Attend whole school events such as assemblies, school masses, etc. Attend parents’ events such as Parents’ Weekends, Great Academies, etc. Complete one weekly studies supervision. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and hard-working with a high level of emotional intelligence. The Teacher of Business will have strong communication skills and the ability to build good relationships with pupils, parents and staff. You will have a strong commitment to the College’s mission and identity as set out in the College Mission Statement, and will be able to demonstrate all of the following: Personal academic credibility with a relevant degree and QTS. Successful record of teaching including very good exam results at KS5. A focus on academic excellence, with the desire and ability to get things done in a timely, professional manner. A genuine enjoyment of working with others for the betterment of young people. A commitment to safeguarding the welfare of young people. Ability to work under pressure, balancing a number of commitments. A positive approach to problem solving with a growth mindset. A commitment to all-round education. Ability to engage with students, inspiring learning and promoting success. IB experience (training will be provided) or vocational experience such as BTEC or Cambridge Technical is desirable. In return, we can offer: Complimentary meals and refreshments whilst on duty. Fee remission is available to each eligible child who is offered a place. The College has a wide range of sporting facilities, including a swimming pool and gym which are provided free of charge to staff. The College operates a money purchase pension scheme to which we contribute up to 6%, matched to employee contributions. 'mywellness' provides access to tools to help manage wellbeing along with free access to services such as GP, counselling and a wellbeing app. Our Health Cash Plan allows employees to claim money back on everyday health and wellbeing treatments. Employees are entitled to PERKS, a reward scheme which offers deals and discounts on a variety of brands. We are committed to personal and professional development with training and support for each staff member. The salary for this post is in line with the Stonyhurst Teaching Pay Scale, subject to years of experience. To apply, please visit our careers site here:

https://www.stonyhurst.ac.uk/about-us/work-at-stonyhurst Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Education and Training Industries

Primary and Secondary Education

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