About This Role
We are looking to appoint a full or part time permanent Head of Department for Business Studies and Economics from September 2026. The post is suitable for a more experienced teacher. Please see the job description below.
For an informal chat with the Headteachers, please call either Sarah Gray (07910 888807) or Geoff Luxton (07593 924333) or call their PA, Gail Clay, on 01379 870315 or clayg@hartismere.com
There is no set closing date. We will hold interviews when we have received enough applications from suitably qualified applicants. If a successful appointment is not made then we will repeat the process.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
A DBS and online presence search will be required, you are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are ‘protected’, as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).
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Application form available on the school's website.
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.