Cheney School is a popular, high-performing school located in the heart of Oxford serving a diverse community of students who are eager to learn and to be challenged. You can read the outcome of our recent Ofsted inspection here: and a welcome message from our Head of School here: .

We are committed to continuous professional development and have wide-ranging training and development opportunities. We are also mindful of the competing demands people face in their lives and are happy to consider part-time applications. If you are not familiar with Oxfordshire, we would recommend that you take a look at: .

At Cheney School we have a well-established, vibrant and successful Humanities Department where Business is one of our most popular Humanities subjects which is taught at GCSE and Advanced level. Our vacancy is for a Business Studies teacher able to teach on the range of courses we offer.

We are seeking to appoint a skilled, ambitious and innovative teacher to join a successful and progressive Humanities Faculty. We are a strong team which values working with young people and promoting students’ lasting enthusiasm Humanities subjects. We would welcome a team player who is keen to work and plan collaboratively and contribute to a strong culture of sharing best practice, resources and ideas. This exciting post offers part-time Business and/or Economics teaching across KS4-5, with a possible full time post for a successful candidate with History/RE across KS3-5.

Business and Economics at Cheney School are valued subjects and the need for more teaching is due to increasing numbers. We offer the Edexcel Business GCSE and the AQA Economics A Level.

We will need you to:

• Be passionate about helping students make excellent progress and reach their potential;
• Have a proven track record as an outstanding and creative practitioner;
• Have the desire and enthusiasm to play an active and collaborative role in contributing to a strong culture of sharing best practice, resources and ideas;
• Demonstrate the talent, interpersonal and leadership skills required to inspire and motivate students.

Visits to the school prior to interview are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit or if you would like more information about the role please contact Miss Judy Gleen, Head of Humanities.

Salary will be on the Teacher Main Scale or Upper Pay scale, depending on experience + TLR for additional duties. With NQTs accelerated to M2/ £25,593, subject to successful professional review.

The position comes with membership of a comprehensive Healthcare Benefits Plan.

How to Apply:

Please download an application pack from below. In addition to your application form please email a letter of application, detailing reasons for your interest in this post and your relevant skills and experience via the button below.

Oxfordshire Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Closing date: Monday, 19 August, at 8:00 a.m.

Interviews: W/c 26 August