Teacher - Business and Economics

Lead the Past. Influence the Future

Job Title: Teacher - Business and Economics
Location: Mount House School, Hadley Wood, EN4 0NJ
Salary: Up to £46,171.35 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent Term Time Only
Start: January 2027

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the School

Mount House School is a small, nurturing co educational day school in Barnet, North London. With a maximum of sixty students per year group, every child is known, cherished and challenged, enabling them to flourish across academic and co-curricular life.

Set within a beautiful Georgian house opposite Hadley Common, the school offers a unique blend of countryside calm and easy access to London's cultural opportunities. Education has been the heart of this setting since 1940, and since becoming fully co educational in 2022, Mount House has continued to develop as a community that values individuality, creativity and academic ambition.

The school emphasizes exceptional pastoral care and a "small is beautiful" ethos, where relationships are strong, support is personalized, and every student is empowered to reach their full potential. Our vision - Be You. Belong. Become. Is underpinned by the values of authenticity, confidence, community, compassion, aspiration and growth.

Role Purpose

At Mount House School, we are seeking an inspiring educator to join our thriving teaching community and help students develop the knowledge, confidence and critical thinking skills needed to succeed in an ever-changing world.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented teacher to deliver engaging Business and Economics lessons, contribute to a dynamic curriculum and play a key role in supporting students both academically and personally.

As a Teacher of Business & Economics, you will teach students across Key Stages 4 and 5, fostering a love of learning and helping students achieve excellent outcomes. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality lessons, monitoring progress, providing effective feedback and creating an inclusive classroom environment where every student can thrive.

As part of the wider school community, you will also act as a Form Tutor, contribute to the school's co-curricular programme and actively promote Business and Economics across the school.

What you will be doing

• Deliver engaging and inspiring Business and Economics lessons that motivate students to achieve their full potential.
• Plan, prepare and assess learning effectively, using data to track progress and raise achievement.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and well-managed learning environment that supports student wellbeing and success.
• Act as a Form Tutor, providing guidance, support and regular communication with parents and carers.
• Lead and promote Business and Economics enrichment opportunities, clubs and educational trips.
• Contribute to curriculum development, ensuring teaching resources and schemes of work remain innovative and up to date.
• Participate fully in the wider life of the school, including events, meetings, option evenings and co-curricular activities.

What you will bring

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualifications required
• Experience teaching Business and/or Economics within a secondary setting required.
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of effective teaching, learning and assessment.
• Has up-to-date subject knowledge and a passion for curriculum development.
• Can analyse and use student data to improve outcomes and inform planning.
• Possesses excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Is committed to professional development and educational excellence.
• Can inspire, motivate and engage students of all abilities.
• Values teamwork, collaboration and building positive relationships across the school community.

About Blenheim Schools

Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centres on truly understanding each child, their talents, character and aspirations by providing a personalised, ambitious education that helps every child to thrive.

We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.

Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and by a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.

We are proud to be part of Outcomes First Schools, which in 2025 was officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year.

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.