Teacher of Business Studies

Vandyke Upper School, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3DY

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026 (earlier start may be available)

• Closing date

  10 December 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  26 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,047.00 Annually (Actual) MPS-UPS - £32,916-£51,047

Teacher of Business Studies job summary

Teacher of Business Studies- Full or part time available

REQUIRED September 2026 (earlier start may be available)

MPS-UPS - £32,916-£51,047

We are looking to appoint a full time or part time teacher of Business Studies to join our outstanding Vandyke staff team. This post would suit either an experienced or Early career teacher. Business Studies is a very popular course across key stage 4 and 5. Students enjoy the challenge and rigor of a subject that directly relates to the ever changing world of commerce and industry.

In return we can offer you:

• the opportunity to work in a thriving school with strong staff/student relationships
• a vibrant and supportive environment with excellent opportunities for career development
• a strong team with a clear vision and ambition for all students
• excellent facilities including your own laptop

You will be joining a thriving school with a reputation for high quality staff/student relationships. The school is over-subscribed with 1520 students on roll with large Sixth Form of 420.

We had a monitoring inspection from OFSTED in January 2024. The highly complimentary report stated that “Pupils at Vandyke are proud and articulate ambassadors for their school. They enjoy learning and achieve well. They thrive as a result of the school’s ambition for all pupils to become ‘world ready citizens’ Pupils are confident, courteous and aspirational. They behave well at all times”.

The successful candidate will be reflective, innovative and be willing to continually develop their practice. You will ljoin a highly effective team who work collectively to move student progress forward each year.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. References and an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Visits to the school can be arranged by contacting Jo Sessions.

Please visit our website at www.vandyke.beds.sch.uk for further information and an application form, or contact Mrs Jo Sessions, PA to Headteacher on 01525 636700 or via email recruitment@vandyke.cbeds.co.uk.

Closing date: 12 noon, Wednesday 10th December 2025

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

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 Vandyke Upper School

• School type: Academy, ages 13 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1507 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 13 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Vandyke Upper School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/vandyke-upper-school

A high achieving school where everyone matters.
At Vandyke we believe that the ingredients for effective learning and high achievement include outstanding teaching, high expectations and an atmosphere within which relationships flourish. We pride ourselves on the school’s high standards and inclusive reputation.

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