Teacher of Economics with Business (part time 0.4 FTE) at Furze Platt Senior School
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Job Reference #
EDV/2026/FPSS/29268
Job Category
Teaching & Lecturing | Secondary
Location
Furze Platt Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 7NQ
Contract Type
Permanent
Contract Term
Part-Time
Salary
MPS/UPS/Level plus London Fringe Allowance
Closing Date
9:00am, Tue 3rd Nov, 2026
Positions Available
1
About this Role
Would you like to join a popular, oversubscribed school with excellent state of the art facilities?
We are looking for a well-qualified, committed, and talented strong Economics & Business Studies teacher to inspire our students. We run numerous Business and Economics courses across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5. Each are very popular with our students keen to study a subject pertinent to their current and future world. The successful applicant will be joining an ambitious department keen to provide a range of opportunities for our students, as well as with a track record of high achievement.
We are looking for someone to work 2 days per week. (0.4FTE).
For further information about the department and the courses we offer please refer to the relevant department documentation.
About Furze Platt Senior School
Furze Platt is a highly successful and inclusive mixed comprehensive school serving the children of Maidenhead. At Furze Platt, 1500 students of all abilities develop the skills and qualities to enable them to excel in the future. We are an ambitious, high-achieving and fully inclusive school in which our students are challenged and supported to achieve excellence. We are well placed for access, with good transport links to and from London and surrounding counties. Our school is very well resourced and equipped with many new facilities including a state-of-the-art theatre, gym, fitness suite, and a new three-storey teaching block with science laboratories and classrooms. We are also rolling out our Laptops for Learning initiative to ensure all students are equipped with a laptop.
We want our students to enjoy their time with us by providing an education that is broad, stimulating, and rewarding. We encourage all our staff to offer enrichment opportunities, with over 50 clubs and societies being offered each term. Our range of extra-curricular activities includes Duke of Edinburgh, ski and theatre trips, overseas visits to enhance language skills and historical knowledge, among others.
We offer a friendly and harmonious campus atmosphere, with a Senior Leadership Team that genuinely supports staff development. Career opportunities exist within Furze Platt, including being a lead school for Teach Maidenhead, a teacher training partnership. ECTs are allocated a mentor, a reduced timetable, and access to training sessions run by school specialists.
We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff, offering discounted gym memberships, providing laptops, and access to an employee advice service. We promote community involvement through social events such as our Christmas Party, House competitions, sports, and the Furze Platt fantasy football league. Recognition is given through nominations and Long Service Awards. Facilities include free on-site parking and complimentary coffee with treats during breaks.
Interested applicants are encouraged to contact Mrs. Amanda Cook, Head of Employee Relations, or visit the school. More information can be found on our website.
Furze Platt Senior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. The school reserves the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found. Early applications are encouraged.
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We are looking for a well-qualified, committed, and talented strong Economics & Business Studies teacher to inspire our students . We run numerous Business and Economics courses across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5. Each are very popular with our students keen to study a subject pertinent to their current and future world. The successful applicant will be joining an ambitious department keen to provide a range of opportunities for our students, as well as with a track record of high achievement.
Furze Platt is a highly successful and inclusive mixed comprehensive school serving the children of Maidenhead. At Furze Platt, 1500 students of all abilities develop the skills and qualities to enable them to excel in the future. We are an ambitious, high-achieving and fully inclusive school in which our students are challenged and supported to achieve excellence. We are well placed for access, with good transport links to and from London and surrounding counties. Our school is very well resourced and equipped with many new facilities benefiting students and staff. These include a state-of-the-art theatre, gym, fitness suite and a new three-storey teaching block incorporating science laboratories and classrooms. We are also rolling out our Laptops for Learning initiative to ensure all students are equipped with a laptop.
We want our students to enjoy the time they spend with us by providing an education which is broad, stimulating and rewarding. We encourage all our staff to offer enrichment opportunities with over 50 clubs and societies being offered each term. We are proud of this range of extra-curricular opportunities including Duke of Edinburgh, ski and theatre trips, visits overseas to enhance language skills and historical knowledge and many others.
We offer a friendly and harmonious campus atmosphere, with a Senior Leadership Team who genuinely want to see you succeed and develop. Career opportunities allow you to grow professionally within Furze Platt. Furze Platt is the lead school for Teach Maidenhead, a teacher training partnership which offers School Direct teacher training giving staff the opportunity to develop their mentoring skills. ECTs are allocated a mentor, a reduced timetable and the opportunity to attend training sessions run by specialists from within the school.
We are keen to ensure that we support the physical and mental wellbeing of our staff. Discounted membership is available for the use of a fully equipped and well-maintained gym on-site. Staff are provided with a laptop, and many have their own classrooms. We offer access to an employee advice service (Education Support) which provides information, helpful resources, and a counselling service. We encourage community spirit and staff involvement through various social events, recent ones being our Christmas Party, House competitions, sports after school and a Furze Platt fantasy football league. Student and staff nominations, as well as Long Service Awards, recognise colleagues' contributions to our school. We have free parking on site, and we also ensure that freshly brewed coffee is ready for you during break-time with edible treats to help you through the week!
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Teacher of Economics in Thatcham employer: Furze Platt Senior School
Furze Platt Senior School offers a supportive and dynamic work environment where the well-being of both staff and students is prioritised. With generous annual leave, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in facilities, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the education sector while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule.
