Job Description

Vacancy for Teacher of Business Studies with potential for progression towards Head of Faculty

Permanent 1.0 FTE

(NoR 440 including 6th Form 54)

MPS/UPS

Start date: September 2025

The Lakes School is seeking to employ a motivated and positive individual to join our team as a Teacher of Business Studies with potential for progression towards Head of Faculty.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach across the ability and age range including GCSE and A Level Business Studies, and will join experienced colleagues within the school. The post would be suitable for either an NQT/ECT or more experienced teacher.

Importantly, the successful candidate will benefit from joining a supportive, dedicated and forward-thinking department.

We are a high achieving, fully comprehensive school in the heart of the Lake District where all pupils are encouraged to be inspired, feel challenged and become empowered. The Lakes School was graded good in all areas by OFSTED in January 2025.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and health check along with two satisfactory references. Applications will only be considered when submitted on a fully completed school application form. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their suitability for the post regardless of age, sex, race or disability.Please send completed applications to employment@lakes.cumbria.sch.uk.

Application forms are available via the school website

(https://thelakesschool.com/the-lakes-school-cumbria/vacancies/) or alternatively from Mrs Gavin, Headteacher's PA, by emailing employment@lakes.cumbria.sch.uk. Please refer to our website for further recruitment information.

Closing date: Tuesday 6 May 2025 at 12:00 noon

Interviews: TBC week commencing 12 May

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by week commencing 12 May.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 31,650.00-49,084.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 06/05/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025