Do you want to teach small class sizes?
Do you want to teach motivated students?
Are you passionate about making Business and Economics?
If you answered ‘Yes!’ to those questions, then this could be the job for you.
Padworth College is seeking to appoint a full time Head of Business and Economics.
The Head of Business and Economics is a new and key position at Padworth, responsible for driving excellence in teaching, learning, and curriculum development within the department. This is an exciting time for Padworth as we look to develop our reputation for excellence in Business and Economics. We already have many links with local businesses including Henly Business School, and we want to grow those links so that students leave Padworth ready to thrive at university and beyond.
About Padworth College:
Padworth College is an international boarding school which prepares students aged from 14 to 19 from a wide range of nationalities for entry into the British universities. We are expanding our provision to be able to offer a bespoke course which supports students who need to improve their English before moving on to take GCSEs, A Levels or IFY courses.
Responsibilities:
1. Act as a tutor, working with students to set academic targets and support learners in meeting them.
2. Take on significant responsibility for the safeguarding and welfare of students.
3. Deliver outstanding teaching and learning outcomes.
Experience and Qualifications:
The ideal candidate should hold a degree in Business, Economics, or a related subject. They should hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate a proven track record of delivering outstanding teaching and learning outcomes. They must have a deep knowledge of Business and Economics, with the ability to inspire students and staff alike.
Reporting to: Deputy Head (Academic) and Principal
Salary: This will be based on the Padworth College scale and will depend on qualifications and experience. Teachers will also be part of the College’s pension scheme.
Hours of work: The teaching load is up to 21 hours per week, the College day has 8x45 minute lessons per day. Timetabled teaching is from Monday to Friday. The College day is 08:30-16:45 Monday to Friday. In addition, teachers are expected to do one evening per fortnight until 20:15 supporting prep and 2 Sundays per term.
Contract: This is a Full-time post from September 2025
Teachers are required to carry out general duties and responsibilities in addition to their teaching and pastoral responsibilities.
Interested candidates who would like more information are invited to contact Crispin Dawson, Principal, by email at principal@padworth.com
To apply please visit Current Vacancies page of the College’s website www.padworth.com/about-us/current-vacancies/ where you can find further details and the College’s application form.
Closing Date: 10am on Friday 21st February 2025
Padworth College, including Padworth Summer School implements safeguarding protocols in all aspects of our working practices and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service, this may include social media checks.
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