Head of Business Studies & Economics
About This Role
We are seeking to appoint a full-time Head of Business Studies and Economics to work with our students aged between 11-18 years old. If you are an experienced practitioner this is an opportunity to excel in this challenging and rewarding role.
The ideal candidate with have the vision, and gravitas to work with young people and contribute to general school life as a Middle Leader.
The successful candidate will:
Have outstanding teaching, management and interpersonal skills.
Be enthusiastic and able to inspire and manage a talented team of teachers.
Be able to teach Business Studies and Economics at Key Stages 4 and 5.
Will be committed to leading continuous improvement.
Have good interpersonal and presentational skills.
Be forward thinking, inspirational, receptive to change and able to work under pressure.
We offer:
A generous time allocation for planning, preparation and marking.
A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.
An opportunity to be part of a dynamic and creative team.
A supportive environment in which your talent and commitment will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded.
A superb opportunity for an experienced practitioner to work in a flourishing department.
All staff are required to be supportive of the Ethos and Core Values of the school and we have a Chaplaincy team that can help support individuals within their roles.
Core Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons aligned to the required curriculum.
- Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment for diverse learners.
- Assess student progress rigorously and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Participate actively in broader school life, including extra-curricular programs.
- Collaborate with departmental colleagues to elevate instructional strategies.
Candidate Requirements
- A recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
- A minimum of 2 years verifiable post-qualification teaching experience.
- Demonstrable track record of excellent student outcomes.
- A bachelor's degree directly related to your teaching specialization.
- Clear criminal record check spanning the last 10 years of residency.