Business Teacher | Secondary School Sixth Form |Birmingham

The Opportunity Birmingham is the powerhouse of the West Midlands, home to more startups than any other city outside London and a central hub for global financial services and high-end manufacturing. We are seeking an entrepreneurial and engaging Business Teacher to join our faculty. In this role, you will equip the next generation of Birmingham’s leaders with the commercial acumen, economic understanding, and strategic thinking required to thrive in a global marketplace. The Department You will join a forward-thinking Business and Economics team that treats the classroom as a boardroom, emphasizing real-world case studies over abstract theory. The department is equipped with collaborative learning spaces and digital tools that allow students to simulate stock market trading, conduct market research, and build business plans. We follow a curriculum that is deeply connected to the local economy, exploring the success of Birmingham-grown brands and the city’s role in the "Midlands Engine" initiative. We benefit from strong links with Birmingham City University and local business hubs, offering students opportunities for professional mentoring and insight into modern corporate life. Core Responsibilities Curriculum Delivery: Teaching Business Studies across Key Stage 4 (GCSE/BTEC) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level/Level 3 Vocational), with a focus on core specifications such as AQA, Edexcel, or OCR. Enterprise & Strategy: Leading students through the complexities of business ownership, from the legalities of startups to the strategic management of multinational corporations. Financial Literacy: Training students to master essential accounting skills, including cash flow forecasting, break-even analysis, and the interpretation of profit and loss accounts. Marketing & Operations: Guiding students in the development of marketing mixes (the 4Ps/7Ps) and understanding how efficient operations management drives competitive advantage. Applied Entrepreneurship: Coordinating enterprise challenges and "Dragon’s Den" style competitions to foster a culture of innovation and resilience. The Successful Candidate We are looking for a teacher who can bridge the gap between a textbook and the Financial Times. Requirements include: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in Business, Economics, Management, or a closely related field. Commercial Awareness: A deep understanding of current economic trends and the ability to relate classroom topics to contemporary business news. Pedagogical Range: The ability to teach both the academic rigor of A-Level Business and the practical, portfolio-based requirements of BTEC/Vocational pathways. Analytical Skills: A teacher who can help students move beyond description to high-level evaluation and the justification of strategic business decisions. Why Join Us? A school that recognizes Business as a flagship subject with high student enrolment and a strong track record of success. Access to specialized professional development focused on the latest developments in business pedagogy and the integration of digital enterprise tools. The opportunity to work in Birmingham—a city offering a vibrant urban lifestyle, world-class dining, and unparalleled career opportunities in the heart of the UK. A supportive, professional environment that values external networking and the building of community partnerships. How to Apply Please submit your current CV to begin the application process for this Business Teacher position.