Job Description

Samuel Ward Academy


Business Teacher


Contract: 0.5 FTE, fixed-term until 31 August 2026


Salary: MPR/UPR


Start date: January 2026



Samuel Ward Academy is looking to appoint a Business teacher capable of teaching KS3-5. This post would be suitable for an ECT or a more experienced teacher. We are looking for staff of the highest calibre who have an excellent understanding of the subject and have the ability to motivate, challenge and inspire our students and are capable of making a positive contribution to teaching and learning at Samuel Ward Academy.


In return, we can offer excellent induction and training to support professional development to all at a school level. You would be joining a trail blazing team that works across KS3-5 and this opportunity will provide the right candidate experience at all key stages as well as opportunities in curriculum development and a potential to lead a key stage.


This role is full days Monday and Tuesday and a half day on Wednesday.



Closing date: 09:00am, 08 December 2025


Interviews: week commencing 08 December 2025



Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via our careers website and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you check the job information as per the listing on our careers site.


In line with safer recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs. Failure to complete an application form satisfactorily may result in not being shortlisted for the post.


Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.


We care deeply about inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you'd prefer to work part-time or as a job-share, we'll facilitate this wherever we can - whether to help you meet other commitments or to help you strike a great work-life balance. We're keen to ensure we're designing an organisation that works for everyone, so we particularly encourage applications from different under-represented groups.





CLOSING DATE


2025-12-08