21 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    September 2026

  • Closing date

    3 April 2026 at 1:21pm

  • Date listed

    13 March 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Fixed term

Full-time equivalent salary

£32916 - £51048 per annum

Business Studies Teacher job summary

MPR/UPR + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Full Time, Fixed term until March 2027

September 2026 Start

A great opportunity to join a thriving and successful department in a school where academic ambition and strong relationships sit at the heart of everything we do.

If the chance to teach motivated students alongside a team of committed and knowledgeable colleagues in a school where staff are proud to work sounds appealing, then Lift Greensward might be the place for you.

Rated "Good" by Ofsted in November 2023, the report recognised our ambitious and carefully sequenced curriculum which builds knowledge and vocabulary over time. Our large and vibrant sixth form has been ranked amongst the highest performing nationally for almost a decade. Greensward is unapologetically ambitious for its students and staff, placing learning and character development at the centre of everything we do.

We are looking for a Teacher of Business Studies to join our team on a fixed term basis. The successful candidate will teach engaging and well structured lessons that build strong subject knowledge and develop students' understanding of the world of business and enterprise.

If you:

* Are an exceptional classroom practitioner with deep subject knowledge and intellectual curiosity
* Have the ability to inspire students and develop their curiosity about business studies
* Have uncompromising expectations for behaviour and academic standards
* Believe in equity, inclusion and the transformative power of education
* Believe in the values of mutual respect, equity and dignity
* Can develop effective working relationships with colleagues, students and their families
* See the value of continual professional development and are committed to learning and growth

Our established and positive team members benefit from:

* A collaborative and supportive environment underpinned by a strong CPD programme where working with the best means learning from the best
* An open and inclusive culture led by a dynamic principal and supported by a senior team who remain closely connected to classroom practice
* A highly supportive Lift Schools Trust network, including cross school subject collaboration and five additional INSET days dedicated to professional learning
* A two week October half term, supporting sustainable workload and wellbeing
* The chance to engage with an enthusiastic, well mannered and resilient student body who are widely recognised as the school's greatest asset
* If you are looking to join a school community where high expectations, strong relationships and professional growth are valued, we would be delighted to hear from you

Closing date: 1st April 2026

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

* Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
* Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
* Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
* Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About Lift Greensward

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
1613 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
Ofsted report
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Lift Greensward is a co-educational 11-19 comprehensive in the Lift Schools trust. Our approach is based on delivering excellence in teaching and learning. We will encourage creative, responsive and effective approaches to learning and teaching for all students. This will ensure a continuous and consistent focus on student achievement and development in all areas. We will drive innovation in education ensuring Lift Greensward is able to respond to a changing world and that the skills, learning and aspirations of our students are developed and enhanced through creative personalised learning and excellence in teaching.

Lift Greensward aims to provide the opportunity for all young learners to fulfil their real potential, broaden their horizons and become active, prosperous and successful citizens in the world around them. We believe that all young people deserve to become world class learners - to learn, enjoy, succeed and thrive in a first rate educational environment, with the best facilities, the best teaching and the most up to date resources available to them.

The school is committed to doing everything it can to ensure that young people are able to, in the future, compete on the world stage with the skills, confidence and flair to generate new ideas, new initiatives and thereby make a full contribution to tomorrow's world.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

Our mission:

We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.

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