Early Career Teacher of Business Studies – Secondary Academy– Northampton

A well-organised and ambitious secondary academy in Northampton is seeking a motivated Early Career Teacher of Business Studies to join its growing Social Sciences faculty. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified teacher to develop their classroom practice within a structured, supportive and forward-thinking environment. The School Situated in a well-connected part of Northampton, this 11–18 academy has built a reputation for improving outcomes, strong leadership and clear behaviour systems. The school serves a broad intake and has invested heavily in curriculum development and staff training over the past few years. Senior leaders are highly visible and committed to supporting early career teachers. Staff describe the culture as professional, purposeful and collaborative, with clear expectations and manageable systems. The school benefits from: Modern classrooms equipped with interactive teaching technology A well-structured behaviour policy consistently applied A centralised curriculum resource bank Regular instructional coaching and CPD sessions The Business & Social Sciences Faculty Business Studies is a popular and expanding subject at GCSE and Post-16 level. Uptake has increased steadily, and the department has focused on embedding clear exam preparation frameworks and real-world application within the curriculum. Students engage with enterprise projects, case studies and local business examples to deepen understanding. The faculty collaborates closely, sharing lesson materials, assessment resources and revision strategies. As an ECT, you will benefit from: Shared schemes of learning and structured assessment plans Clear modelling of exam technique Support with coursework moderation and controlled assessments Regular departmental planning and reflection meetings The Role You will teach Business Studies primarily at KS4, with potential involvement at KS5 as you develop confidence. Your induction will include: A dedicated subject mentor within the faculty Reduced timetable allocation in line with ECT entitlement Weekly coaching and feedback sessions Opportunities to observe experienced teachers The academy values clarity, strong subject explanation and structured classroom routines, helping ECTs establish confident practice early in their career. About You The ideal candidate will: Hold QTS and a relevant Business or Economics qualification Be enthusiastic about enterprise and real-world application Demonstrate strong organisation and classroom presence Be reflective and eager to refine their teaching Value collaboration and professional growth Why This Academy? Structured and supportive ECT induction programme Clear behaviour systems Collaborative and growing Social Sciences faculty Opportunities for progression over time A professional, stable working environment This is a strong first post for a Business Studies ECT seeking a school that combines ambition with structured support and clear professional expectations.