Economics & Business Teacher – Secondary

About the Role

Graveney School is seeking a well-qualified, committed and enthusiastic Economics and Business teacher to join its highly successful and supportive department from January 2027. This is a full-time, fixed-term role with the possibility of becoming permanent.

The successful candidate will teach Economics at GCSE and A level. The ability to teach Business Studies at BTEC Level 3 is desirable. Early Career Teachers are warmly encouraged to apply and will benefit from a supportive induction programme.

The role is paid on the Teachers Pay Scale (£30,000–£46,525 stated), with the possibility of a TLR allowance. The standard teaching allocation is 22 out of 26 periods. Where a timetable includes fewer than 22 teaching periods, the postholder will be expected to provide class cover.

Applications close at noon on 4 November 2026, with interviews expected during the week commencing 9 November 2026. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available. CVs will not be accepted.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Economics effectively across GCSE and A level.

• Ideally contribute to the delivery of BTEC Level 3 Business Studies.

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that promote strong progress.

• Assess learning accurately and use outcomes to inform future teaching.

• Work collaboratively within an ambitious and supportive department.

• Provide class cover when the allocated timetable is below 22 teaching periods.

• Uphold the school’s commitments to safeguarding, inclusion and equality of opportunity.

What We Offer

• A collaborative and supportive professional environment.

• A structured induction programme for Early Career Teachers.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

• The possibility of a TLR allowance and progression to a permanent appointment.

• Excellent facilities within attractive, campus-style surroundings.

• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.

About the School

Graveney School is a popular, oversubscribed, co-educational and multi-ethnic secondary academy in Tooting, South West London. Part of Graveney Trust, it educates approximately 2,332 pupils aged 11 to 18 and is committed to providing excellent opportunities for every student.

The school combines a warm community atmosphere with high expectations and attractive campus-style facilities. Graveney Trust values a diverse and inclusive workforce and places the welfare and safety of pupils and staff at the heart of its work.

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and rigorous pre-employment checks in line with the school’s safeguarding responsibilities.