About the role: Business Teacher

At Activate Learning, our Academic Studies faculty has a proven track record of successfully delivering vocational Business courses, with a strong emphasis on employability. This success is driven by our excellent industry partnerships and the wealth of expertise within our teaching team.

We are seeking motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate individuals to inspire our Business students. With your strong subject knowledge and practical skills, you will collaborate with a talented team to plan and deliver engaging lessons, both practical and theoretical, for GCSE and Level 1 students. You will also play a key role in curriculum development to ensure our programs stay aligned with the evolving demands of the industry.

If you are dedicated to creating a memorable and impactful learning experience, we’d love to hear from you!

What do you need to be successful as a Business Teacher at Activate Learning?

Although a teaching qualification and prior teaching experience are beneficial, they are not required. If you have the qualifications or relevant experience to teach our Business courses and possess the qualities of an inspiring educator, we will provide you with the necessary training, development, and support to prepare you for teaching in the Further Education (FE) sector.

Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will be key to delivering engaging, impactful lessons to a diverse range of learners. Furthermore, your strong organisational abilities and aptitude for task prioritisation will be essential. You’ll thrive in a supportive team environment, enjoying a dynamic and rewarding role with plenty of opportunities for professional development.

We encourage applications from individuals who have:

• Experience in any business-related field
• A degree-level education
• Strong communication skills

What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?

Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learnings mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.

In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.

Who we are:

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Why work with the Activate Learning Group?

Here are some of our benefits:

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
• Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity, closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.

Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage please contact the talent team directly.

Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter into an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.