Teacher of Business Studies

Start September 2026

MPS/UPS – ECTs are welcome to apply

• Do you want to work in an exceptional school that puts its children at the heart of everything it does, making a difference to their lives every day?
• Do you want to work in a forward-thinking school with a progressive outlook on research-based practice?
• Do you want to work in a dynamic school that provides exceptional professional development opportunities for all staff?
• Do you want to work in a well-equipped school that has premier facilities and learning environments?
• Do you want to work in an ambitious school that nurtures excellent talent, and is part of a trust with many opportunities for progression?

Sandwell Academy could be for you

Sandwell Academy is one of the top performing schools in the region. Every year over a thousand students apply to join the Academy in Year 7, while year on year our sixth form is heavily oversubscribed.  We place a real emphasis on developing the whole child, with outstanding enrichment and extracurricular opportunities providing a broad experience for our students.

Giving the best possible education to our students is our core purpose, and developing our highly talented staff is the way that we do this.

At Sandwell Academy we value colleagues at every stage of their career.  If you are entering the profession, we offer a bespoke ECT programme that puts your needs first; to more experienced staff we provide the conditions for you to flourish and to take charge of your own professional development.

Due to continued growth we are now seeking a Teacher of Business Studies to join our team from September 2025.
 

The Business Studies Department

Business is one of Sandwell Academy’s specialisms and is an extremely popular option, with more than 50% of Key Stage 4 and 40% of the Sixth Form choosing a Business course. Achievement within the subject is excellent.

There are five teachers of Business and two teachers of Economics.  The team are committed to delivering the highest standard of education and are enthusiastic and passionate about their subject areas. Every team member has a key role to play in developing schemes of work and resources.

At Key Stage 4 students can either study Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9-1) Business or Pearson BTEC Tech Award in Enterprise.  At Post 16, students study either AQA ‘A’ Level Business, Pearson BTEC Extended Certificate or Diploma in Business or Pearson Edexcel ‘A’ Level Economics B.  We are keen to give students a range of experiences and provide visits off site, field trips and invite guest, speakers and industrialists into the Academy. 

Business has state of the art facilities with three designated study rooms and three large suites of Dell PCs. All teaching spaces are equipped with interactive smart boards and the latest technology which enhance the learning experience for all students and are conducive to outstanding learning. ICT plays a large role in planning and delivery of the curriculum and students can access resources online from home.

Benefits

• Salaries are competitive
• Successful candidates are eligible for performance related pay linked to Academy policy in addition to their salary.
• Staff enjoy working in state-of-the art facilities, with a calm positive and respectful environment.
• Staff are given an 80% teaching commitment, allowing them time to develop excellent lessons.
• Up to 10 days per year are allocated for professional development.
• A modern fitness centre is available for staff use free of charge.

For more information, and to request an application pack, please contact recruitment@sandwellacademy.com

Sandwell Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children so you will need to take an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. We are committed to promoting Equal Opportunities and therefore only applications submitted on the Academy’s application form will be considered