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This job expired on 11 March 2024

  • Start date details

    September 2024 (earlier start dates can be considered)

  • Closing date

    11 March 2024 at 9am

  • Date listed

    27 February 2024

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Job details

Job role

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Subject

Business studies

Working pattern

Full time: Full-time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

MPR/UPR

What skills and experience we're looking for

Horbury Academy are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of Business. The successful applicant will have a deep interest in the attainment of pupils at every ability level and show vigour and initiative.

We are looking for someone who will enthuse, engage, motivate and challenge pupils to raise achievement. If you have the vision and skills to deliver inspirational teaching whilst having the focus and drive to ensure successful outcomes are reached then we’d love to hear from you.

We value challenge and active participation. As such, you will relentlessly pursue instilling an interest in your subject amongst all pupils.

Applications are welcomed from teachers across the experience range: we offer an extensive programme or academy and Trust Professional Development, to help you grow and develop as an excellent practitioner – whether ECT or more experienced. If you have the vision and skills to deliver inspirational teaching whilst having the focus and drive to ensure successful outcomes are reached, we’d love to hear from you.

Across the Trust, our departments are staffed by dedicated and forward-thinking teams of specialist teachers; the teams provide additional support and intervention where necessary. Our vision is to motivate, enthuse and inspire all learners so that they have a curiosity and interest in Business and are active participants in their learning. Through our curriculum, we aim to foster and encourage a lasting enjoyment and enthusiasm for Business, enabling every pupil to achieve his or her potential.

What the school offers its staff

We are confident that new staff joining our Trust will feel welcomed and happy to have chosen us. Prospective applicants are welcome to visit prior to applying. We encourage prospective candidates to look at our website for further information regarding our ‘People Pledge’ and our recently launched Employee Benefit package.

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.

For an informal discussion about this position please contact hr@accordmat.org or call on 01924 282748.

Application forms are available from: www.accordmat.org/vacancies/

Completed application forms to be returned to hr@accordmat.org

Closing date: Monday 11 March 2024 at 9:00am

Interviews likely to be held: w/c 11 March 2024

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Accord Multi Academy Trust reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

We are committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles at the Trust. We welcome and encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, other ethnic minority groups, individuals who identify as LGBT+; and/or are registered with a disability. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information.

The Accord Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Teacher of Business - Recruitment Brochure.pdf - 3.74 MB (opens in new tab)

About Horbury Academy

Organisation type
Academy, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary school
Size
1070 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Website
Horbury Academy website
Email address
hr@accordmat.org
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teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/horbury-academy

Horbury Academy is a co‑educational 11–16 school at the heart of the Horbury community, educating almost 1,100 young people. As a proud member of  Place Partnership, we work closely with our partner schools to deliver exceptional teaching, strong pastoral support and a shared commitment to raising aspirations across the Wakefield district and beyond.


Our academy is a lively, forward‑thinking environment where pupils are encouraged to aim high, work hard and discover their potential. Learning sits at the centre of everything we do, supported by a curriculum designed to build deep knowledge, curiosity and confidence. Pupils are extremely valued at Horbury, and all staff are driven to ensure that they achieve during their time in the academy. High classroom standards and expectations underpin this.


Beyond the classroom, students benefit from a rich programme of extracurricular and enrichment opportunities that broaden horizons and nurture personal growth.


We believe every young person has unique strengths, and we are dedicated to helping them flourish. High expectations underpin our culture — from attendance and punctuality to conduct, effort and engagement. By focusing on the small things that matter, we create a calm, purposeful atmosphere where students can thrive academically and personally. Our approach is shaped by the Key Character Virtues: Ambition, Compassion, Courage, Open‑Mindedness, Resilience and Duty.


Horbury Academy is known for its warm, respectful relationships and strong sense of community. Pupils are encouraged to take pride in themselves, their academy and the wider world. Their determination, enthusiasm and willingness to contribute makes the academy a truly unique place.


It is an absolute privilege to lead Horbury Academy and to work alongside our dedicated staff, supportive families and remarkable pupils. I hope our website gives you a clear sense of our values and our vision. If you would like to learn more, we would be delighted to welcome you for a visit.

Arranging a visit to Horbury Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@accordmat.org.

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