Head Of Business, Enterprise & Computer Science

Choice Teachers; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Choice Teachers are recruiting for an ambitious Head of Business, Enterprise & Computer Science at a large, vibrant secondary school in Luton. You will lead a cross-disciplinary faculty, shaping a forward-looking curriculum and ensuring strong GCSE and post-16 outcomes.

Starting January 2027, or after notice, this permanent role offers Outer London Main / Upper Pay Scale salary (£35,417 - £51,355 per annum) plus TLR Leadership Allowance, reflecting leadership responsibilities and impact.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree in Business, Computer Science, IT, or a related discipli

Responsibilities

• Strategic Faculty Leadership: lead a team of specialist teachers across Business, Enterprise and Computing.
• Curriculum & Data Strategy: oversee KS3–post-16 curriculum using data to monitor progress.
• Exam Success & Pathways: prepare pupils for GCSE and vocational qualifications.
• Resource & Environment Management: manage resources and IT to ensure a safe learning space.
• Staff Development: coach and mentor department staff and trainee teachers.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Data-driven decisions

Curriculum development

Mentoring/coaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree in Business, Computer Science, IT, or a related disciplin

Job description

Head of Business, Enterprise & Computer Science

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire

Start Date: January 2027 (or notice period dependent)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Outer London Main / Upper Pay Scale (£35,417 - £51,355 per annum) + TLR Leadership Allowance

Choice Teachers are currently recruiting for an ambitious, dynamic, and forward-thinking Head of Business, Enterprise & Computer Science to lead a successful and well-resourced faculty at a large, vibrant secondary school in Luton.

Set within a modern, purpose-built facility with cutting-edge IT suites and business learning spaces, this high-achieving academy is driven by a deep commitment to character education, academic rigour, and raising student aspirations. As Head of Faculty, you will spearhead the strategic development of Business Studies, Enterprise, and Computer Science across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, ensuring an innovative curriculum that equips students with vital digital, financial, and entrepreneurial skills for the modern world.

Key Responsibilities & Leadership

• Strategic Faculty Leadership: Lead, manage, and inspire a dedicated team of specialist teachers across Business, Enterprise, and Computing, driving high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment.

• Curriculum & Data Strategy: Oversee an ambitious, progressive curriculum from KS3 through to post-16 qualifications, using data-driven insights to monitor progress and close achievement gaps.

• Exam Success & Pathways: Ensure rigorous preparation for GCSE and vocational qualifications, fostering strong analytical, coding, and business-planning capabilities among pupils.

• Resource & Environment Management: Manage faculty resources, specialist software suites, and hardware effectively to maintain a safe, highly engaging learning environment.

• Staff Development: Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional guidance to department colleagues and trainee teachers to foster continuous improvement.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree in Business, Computer Science, IT, or a related discipli