What skills and experience we're looking for
Successfully teaching Business throughout the age and ability range.
Knowledge/skills related to teaching Business GCSE.
Knowledge of curriculum developments and related matters with regard to the relevant areas of Business GCSE.
Excellent classroom management skills.
What the school offers its staff
Pension SchemeCycle Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Further details about the role
Are you a passionate and experienced Business Studies teacher looking for an exciting leadership opportunity? John Flamsteed is seeking a dedicated Head of Business to lead our thriving department, inspire students, and drive excellence in Business education.
About the Role:
As Head of Business, you will be responsible for leading and developing the Business Studies GCSE, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning, and fostering a culture of success. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious teacher with leadership experience or someone looking to take the next step in their career.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead, manage, and develop the Business Studies department.
• Deliver outstanding lessons and inspire a love for Business.• Support and mentor staff within the department to enhance teaching and learning.
Develop and implement an engaging and ambitious curriculum.
Monitor student progress and implement strategies to raise achievement
Contribute to whole-school initiatives and leadership.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
• A strong track record of successful Business teaching at KS4.
• Experience in curriculum planning and assessment.
• Leadership experience or a clear aspiration for leadership.
• A passion for Business education and student achievement.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills
• The ability to offer a second subject at KS3
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.
We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.