Teacher of Business & Economics - A-level Business & Economics

Haydon School, Pinner, Middlesex, HA5 2LX

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  19 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  2 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Economics
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Full Time – January 2027 Start - MPS/UPS depending on experience.

Teacher of Business & Economics - A-level Business & Economics job summary

Haydon School is a large, friendly and highly inclusive secondary school in North West London, proudly judged Good by Ofsted. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, talented and committed Teacher of Business and Economics to join our successful and thriving Social Science Department from January 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator with experience of teaching A-Level Business and Economics to inspire students, develop their understanding of the world around them and prepare them for future study, employment and responsible participation in the economy. We welcome applications from both early-career teachers and experienced practitioners who are committed to delivering high-quality teaching and achieving excellent outcomes for all learners.

Our Social Science Department is a collaborative and forward-thinking team that values subject expertise, intellectual curiosity and a shared commitment to student success. We aim to provide an ambitious, engaging and challenging curriculum that enables students to develop their analytical, evaluative and critical-thinking skills. Through real-world case studies, contemporary economic issues and relevant business examples, we encourage students to connect classroom learning with the changing world of business and the wider economy.

At Haydon, we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We are committed to creating an inclusive learning environment in which students are encouraged to ask questions, explore ideas, think independently and develop the confidence to succeed. The successful candidate will share this vision and bring energy, creativity and high expectations to their teaching.

We offer a supportive and welcoming school community where professional development, staff wellbeing and collaborative working are valued. You will have the opportunity to work alongside dedicated colleagues, contribute to the continued development of the department and make a meaningful difference to students' academic progress and future aspirations.

If you are an inspiring Business and Economics teacher who is passionate about your subjects, committed to inclusive education and eager to help young people succeed, we would be delighted to hear from you.

What we can offer :

• A supportive and collaborative Social Science Department committed to high-quality teaching and student achievement.

• The opportunity to teach and inspire students studying Business and Economics, including at A-Level.

• A positive and inclusive school environment where high expectations and academic excellence are valued.

• An experienced and supportive leadership team committed to staff development, wellbeing and continuous improvement.

• A strong focus on professional development, with opportunities to share best practice and develop your teaching expertise.

• Developmental lesson observations that support reflection, professional growth and the improvement of teaching and learning.

• The opportunity to contribute to curriculum development and help students develop the knowledge and skills needed for further study and future careers.

What you can offer:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or be working towards achieving it, where appropriate.

• Experience of teaching Business and Economics, including A-Level, with a strong understanding of the relevant subject specifications.

• The ability to plan and deliver engaging, challenging and well-structured lessons that meet the needs of students with different abilities and learning needs.

• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to connect theoretical concepts with real-world business examples and contemporary economic issues.

• The ability to develop students' analytical, evaluative, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

• High expectations of student progress, behaviour and achievement, alongside a commitment to inclusive teaching.

• A collaborative approach to working with colleagues, sharing effective practice and contributing to the continued development of the department.

• A commitment to professional development, reflective practice and the wider life of the school.

Reasons to work at Haydon school:

• All teaching staff get a laptop;

• Two-week October half-term holiday;

• More generous upper pay scale;

• Automatic pay progression up the main teaching pay scale;

• High potential for career progression;

• Department offices;

• Only one directed meeting per week;

• Meeting free weeks spaced out throughout the year and an encouragement to leave work early;

• Flexible personalised CPD programme;

• Subsidies for appropriate academic studies;

• Discounted on site nursery places;

• Staff social events;

• Free on site flu vaccinations;

• Long service award -Enjoy a well deserved day off with full pay during term time;

• Free subscription to the Employee Assistance Programme for individual advice/counselling;

• Free access to the Education Support Partnership for advice on work and personal matters;

• Flexible working opportunities. Approx. 20% of teachers are part-time.

• Family friendly Leave of Absence policy;

• Balanced and well planned calendar - deadlines and parents evenings are well spaced out;

• Only three data drops per year group per year and no written reports;

• Email curfew (no evening, weekend and holiday emails);

• Wide variety of extracurricular activities;

• Opportunity to accompany students on trips in UK and abroad;

• Working area in staff room with computers and printers;

• Ample car parking on site;

• Free tea and coffee;

• Photocopiers in all subject areas;

• Use of apps to reduce workload and increase collaborative sharing e.g. Bromcom, SAMpeople, Google Drive;

• Centralised data analysis department;

• Support with exams - the school will pay exam fees and allow the exam to be taken at the school;

• Receipt of personal deliveries to school;

• Well-being awareness days;

• Induction days for all teaching staff before starting work;

• ECTs all have a subject specialist mentor and a teacher buddy;

• Annual staff survey

• Sabbatical and career break leave policy;

• Staff garden;

• Access to a well-equipped gym;

• Non graded lesson observations;

• Discounted membership at nearby Gym and Leisure Centre;

• Opportunity to lead whole school projects;

• Governor afternoon tea events for staff feedback

We have a very large sixth form and encourage our staff to teach to A-level.

Probation periods apply for both Teaching and non-teaching staff.

Please click on the ‘apply’ button below to complete the application form for this role. Joining Haydon might just be the best decision you ever made.

We reserve the right to interview as and when applications are received. CV's will not be accepted

Application and covering letter should be sent to hr@haydonschool.com

If you would like to discuss the post or require further information please contact, Mrs E Watts, ewatts@haydonschool.com

To find out why we’re so proud of Haydon School, visit our website now: https://www.haydonschool.com/ or check us out on twitter @HaydonSchool

Haydon School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment.

To promote a safe environment for students, Haydon School employs a strict selection and recruitment policy which includes all statutory checks on staff and regular volunteers including Enhanced DBS (disclosure and barring service) checks.

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

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.

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.

About Haydon School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1399 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Haydon School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/haydon-school

Haydon School is a large, friendly and creative school in North West London. We have been judged good by OFSTED.

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