Job Introduction
Subject Lead of Business Studies
Full Time, Permanent
Start date: Autumn 1
Closing Date: 19th May 2025
Interview date: 21st May 2025
Salary –GBP: £31,650 – £49,084 per year + TLR £5643
Cantell School is proud to be a heavily oversubscribed, inclusive comprehensive school with a student intake that reflects a wonderfully diverse and vibrant local community. Our fundamental mission is to provide an exceptional learning experience for every student so that they may lead a happy and successful life now and in the future.
In March 2024, we were judged outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. Whilst we are honoured to receive such an accolade, we must be clear that this does not define us. What makes us stand out in the crowd is the strength of relationships between our diverse student and staff body. It is one of the reasons why Cantell is a great place for students to learn and staff to work!
“Pupils are rightly proud to attend Cantell School. They feel happy, safe and well cared for. Pupils enjoy being part of the ‘Cantell Family’. They like the school’s diversity. As one pupil said, ‘It is a vibrant place to learn.’”
Ofsted, February 2023
Business Studies is an extremely popular subject at Cantell, with over 230 students studying the subject at Key Stage 4. The subject is also woven throughout the Key Stage 3 curriculum. Our Business Studies team are creative, forward-thinking and collaborative. We deliver engaging and relevant content so our students are empowered for their life beyond Cantell, with the knowledge and skills to pursue any entrepreneurial interests. We work closely with businesses to enrich and enhance what is delivered in lessons. Key partnerships include Fat Face, NatWest, Deloitte as well as a number of other local and national businesses who help bring the learning to life.
“Cantell’s interaction with businesses, both local and national, is inspirational. The links that have been developed and exploited can only benefit students as they pursue a qualification in Business Studies”
Will Crumbie, CEO Fat Face
For that reason, we are looking for an enthusiastic, highly-motivated Subject Leader of Business Studies to help us make a positive difference in the lives of our young people.
Our vision is brought to life by an expanding commitment to a range of co-curricular activities that include off site visits, guest speakers, innovative partnerships with national and local businesses as well as opportunities to partake in local and national competitions.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and imaginative classroom practitioner and an aspiring or experienced subject leader to join our successful School. The successful candidate will continue to build on our success, showing the drive and determination for continuing school improvement and raising attainment.
A recent member of our Business Studies team who joined the School in September 2024 says:
“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Cantell School so far. It offers a supportive environment with clear routines and expectations, creating a purposeful and effective atmosphere. I have been a teacher for 14 years and have never felt more valued and respected. With a wide array of opportunities available for both students and staff, Cantell School continuously nurtures a community of growth, development, and achievement. I’m grateful to be part of such a dynamic and welcoming community.”
If you are an inspiring teacher, who forms effective relationships with young people and colleagues, is energetic, well organised and has the drive to make sure our pupils get the best learning opportunities we can offer them we would love you to join our exceptional team.
We will offer the successful applicant:
- A committed and extremely supportive staff team
- An extensive and personalised CPD programme
- The opportunity to make a real difference to our students
- A thriving community of students and parents/carers
We wish to appoint candidates with:
- Ability to promote high quality teaching and learning
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and motivational skills
- A passion for improving students' lives and opportunities
- High levels of ambition and drive for outstanding performance from staff and students
Although applications will be processed as they arrive, an earlier closing date may be made before this if a successful candidate is found.
Further details and an application form are available on our website www.cantell.co.uk Alternatively, please contact a member of the HR team on by email recruitment@cantell.co.uk
The school is committed to safeguarding children and all applicants are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
