Job role: Head of Business Studies

Location: Hornchurch

Salary: MPS/UPS TLR

Job Type: Permanent role starting in Easter 2025

The School and Role

We are working with a forward-thinking MAT school in Hornchurch who are seeking a motivated Head of Business Studies. Based in a rural area of East London, this school was rated ‘Good’ by OFSTED in 2022 and offers fantastic state of the art facilities for staff and students. The school is looking for a dynamic Head of Business Studies to lead an established department that offers a high uptake of students at GCSE and BTEC.

As a Head of Business Studies, you will be responsible for managing and developing the Business Studies curriculum, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning, and providing leadership and support to the department’s staff. You will inspire students to develop a strong understanding of business concepts and prepare them for success in both their academic and professional futures.

This is a permanent Head of Business Studies position, starting in Easter 2025. Applicants must have valid UK QTS and at least 3 years teaching experience is desirable.

Requirements

The desired Head of Business Studies will be able to;

• Lead, manage, and support the Business Studies department, ensuring the highest quality of teaching and learning.
• Develop, review, and improve the Business Studies curriculum to ensure it meets the needs of students and aligns with school goals.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, and staff, and support the pastoral needs of students.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress, ensuring targets are met and all students are supported to achieve their full potential.

What the school can offer
As a Head of Business Studies, part of our team, you benefit from:

• A supportive, collaborative, and professional team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A commitment to work-life balance and staff well-being.
• A chance to make a lasting impact on students' futures in the world of business.

About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply
If you are a Head of Business Studies who can motivate students and prepare them for life outside of education, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call Antonia on 01245921901.

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