Graduate Teacher of Business

School

Cranleigh School

Salary

Competitive

Working hours

Full time

Application Deadline

Monday, March 16, 2026

Job Summary

Are you a motivated graduate looking to launch a career in education? We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable Graduate Teacher of Business to join our high-performing, friendly, and supportive department.

This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on teaching experience in a prestigious boarding school environment without needing a prior teaching qualification. Whether you are looking for a one-year foundational experience or a long-term career in pedagogy, we provide the mentorship and resources to help you succeed.

Why Join Our Department?

You will be joining a collaborative team of nine specialist teachers dedicated to academic excellence and student growth.

• Proven Success: Our results are exceptional; over the last five years, 77% of A Level Business students attained A-B\*.
• Innovation: We have recently expanded our curriculum to include the Pearson BTEC Nationals, a popular and growing stream within the school.
• Wealth of Resources: You won’t be starting from scratch. We have a robust library of teaching and extension materials ready for you to use and adapt.
• Beyond the Classroom: We believe in real-world application, recently taking BTEC students to London to engage with global brands and marketing experts.

The Role

As a Graduate Teacher, you will balance classroom instruction with professional development. Your responsibilities will include:

• Teaching & Planning: Delivering approximately 0.6 of a full-time teaching load, preparing engaging lessons based on departmental programmes of study.
• Student Support: Providing feedback through written reports, prep (homework) setting, and hosting drop-in clinics for extra student help.
• Collaboration: Participating in weekly department meetings to share best practices and discuss student progress.
• Boarding School Life: Fully immersing yourself in our community, including acting as a Tutor in a Boarding House (usually one evening duty per week) and contributing to our vibrant co-curricular programme.

Professional Development: Your Springboard

We view this position as the first step in your professional journey. We offer:

• Mentorship: You will be paired with an internal mentor and supported by our Director of Professional Development.
• Pedagogical Growth: Access to ‘Teach Meets’—dynamic sessions designed to spark innovation and share the latest teaching strategies.
• Supportive Observations: Regular, constructive feedback to build your confidence and refine your classroom management.
• Career Progression: This role has a proven track record; many of our graduates extend their stay for a second year or transition into permanent teaching roles.

About You

We are looking for a candidate who is:

• Flexible and Innovative: Ready to bring fresh ideas to the classroom.
• A Team Player: Eager to contribute to a collaborative staff room.
• Highly Organised: Able to manage data protection requirements and administrative deadlines effectively.
• Passionate: Enthusiastic about Business and committed to helping students fulfill their potential.

Cranleigh offers a supportive community environment and also a wide range of benefits.

To apply, please follow the application instructions provided. Candidates are requested to submit a brief letter of application (no more than one side of A4), and as soon as possible and no later than 9:00 am 16/03/2026. Applications are considered as they are received and therefore the vacancy may close sooner than advertised.

Cranleigh School recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post holder will be subject to a DBS check.

About us

Cranleigh aims to educate children in a truly holistic sense, providing every opportunity for pupils to discover and nurture their talents and passions. We want every pupil in our care to flourish. Above all, we want Cranleighans to go out into the world as Thinking, Being, Giving individuals.

• Thinking: reflects our style of teaching which aims to provide pupils with a questioning mindset and the skills to think and problem solve.
• Being: is who we are and how we are. Our culture aims to nurture in pupils the core human qualities that enable communities to thrive and support one another
• Giving: is our hope that Cranleighans grow to recognise their privilege and go out into the world ready to give back and help to create meaningful change.

Our core values of service, leadership, relationships and excellence underpin all elements of boarding life and education. In the classroom, on the sports field, in the rehearsal studios and creative spaces, we uphold a desire to nurture students with a sense of self-belief supported by a strong moral compass.

• SERVICE: We encourage an attitude of service to each other and to our wider community. We recognise our privileges and our responsibility to give back.
• RELATIONSHIPS: We foster strong relationships in our inclusive boarding community. We believe children flourish in safe, supportive environments.
• LEADERSHIP: We nurture a spirit of openness, integrity and thoroughness in everything we do, equipping Cranleighans with the knowledge and skills to make a mark on the world. We endeavour to be viewed as leaders in holistic boarding education.
• EXCELLENCE: We strive for excellence in everything we do, and aspire to be recognised for our educational vision and the personal qualities of our students.