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High School AP and DP Economics and Business Studies Teacher – Visa Sponsorship Available | ACS Cobham International School

UK Based Applicants Only

Looking for an exciting teaching opportunity in the United Kingdom? ACS Cobham International School is recruiting a High School AP and DP Economics and Business Studies Teacher on a one-year fixed-term contract starting in August 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced teachers with Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) teaching experience.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Visa Sponsorship Available (Subject to the employer’s terms and conditions.)

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About ACS Cobham International School

ACS Cobham International School is one of the UK’s leading international schools, educating students aged 2–18 from more than 70 nationalities.

The school delivers internationally recognised programmes including:

• Advanced Placement (AP)
• International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)

ACS is committed to academic excellence while promoting leadership, creativity, innovation, wellbeing, and global citizenship.

The school is situated on a beautiful 128-acre campus approximately 25 miles from Central London.

World-Class Campus Facilities

Teachers and students enjoy access to:

• State-of-the-art sports centre
• 25-metre indoor swimming pool
• Modern fitness suite
• Tennis courts
• 400-metre athletics track
• Extensive playing fields
• Floodlit all-weather sports pitch
• Professional performing arts centre with a 500-seat auditorium
• Modern science laboratories
• Technology and innovation hubs
• Art, music and dance studios

About the Role

The successful candidate will teach students in Grades 11 and 12 across the following programmes:

• AP Economics
• AP Business and Personal Finance
• IB Diploma Programme (DP1 & DP2) Business Management

The school is looking for an inspiring educator who delivers engaging, student-centred lessons while encouraging academic excellence, critical thinking, and international-mindedness.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons.
• Inspire and motivate students to achieve their full potential.
• Create a safe, inclusive and respectful learning environment.
• Adapt teaching to meet different learning needs.
• Monitor student progress through effective assessment.
• Provide timely and meaningful feedback.
• Demonstrate excellent curriculum knowledge.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop teaching resources.
• Foster curiosity and independent learning.
• Support students requiring additional educational assistance.
• Participate in the school’s pastoral care programme.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities.
• Attend professional development programmes.
• Support the effective day-to-day running of the school.

Essential Requirements

Applicants should have:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Bachelor of Education
• Recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, QTS, Teaching Licence or equivalent)
• Excellent classroom teaching experience
• Strong English communication skills
• Strong IT skills (Apple products preferred)
• High standards of professional conduct
• Experience integrating technology into teaching

Preferred Qualifications

The following are desirable:

• AP curriculum teaching experience
• IBDP teaching experience
• International school teaching experience

Employee Benefits

ACS Cobham offers an attractive benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• Small class sizes (typically 16–20 students)
• Excellent teaching resources
• Professional development opportunities
• Dedicated planning and collaboration time
• Three personal leave days
• Visa sponsorship (subject to eligibility)
• Relocation allowance
• Pension scheme
• Home leave allowance
• Subsidised staff canteen
• Free parking
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Why Join ACS Cobham?

Working at ACS Cobham means joining an internationally recognised school that values:

• Educational excellence
• Innovation
• Diversity and inclusion
• Student wellbeing
• Professional growth
• Collaborative teaching

Teachers are supported with outstanding facilities, modern technology, and continuous professional development.

Safeguarding

ACS Cobham International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Successful applicants will be required to complete:

• Pre-employment compliance checks
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their application as soon as possible. Due to time constraints, the school would ideally like applicants who are already based in the UK.

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