Head of Department - Business (Teaching Maths) - Full-time

Herne Bay High School; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Canterbury seeks a passionate Head of Business. You will lead the Business Studies department, contribute to Mathematics education, and drive high standards within a supportive team. Ideal candidates have a proven track record in teaching and team leadership. A commitment to student success and safeguarding is essential. This role offers a competitive UPS salary plus TLR, excellent CPD opportunities, and a collaborative school culture.

Benefits

UPS salary plus TLR

Supportive environment

Excellent CPD opportunities

State-of-the-art facilities

Welcoming school culture

Qualifications

• Proven track record of excellent classroom practice.
• Experience of leading a team or ready to step into leadership.
• Commitment to child welfare and education.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Business Studies department.
• Lead curriculum development and high-quality teaching.
• Mentor and develop staff, including performance management.

Skills

Dynamic and inspiring teaching

Curriculum innovation

Team leadership experience

Strong classroom practice

Passion for student success

Job description

Overview

Are you a passionate and experienced Business Studies educator ready to lead and inspire the next generation of business leaders? Herne Bay High School is seeking an outstanding and visionary Head of Business to lead our high-performing department in delivering engaging, challenging, and forward-thinking education. This is a unique opportunity to shape the strategic direction of the Business curriculum within a supportive and ambitious school community. Alongside leading Business Studies, you will also contribute to the delivery of Mathematics teaching. You will lead a committed team of teachers, driving high standards and ensuring every student reaches their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Providing strategic and operational leadership for the Business Studies department.
• Leading curriculum development and driving high-quality teaching and learning.
• Mentoring and developing staff, including performance management and CPD planning.
• Monitoring pupil progress and implementing interventions to close gaps.
• Supporting the delivery of Maths lessons where required.
• Contributing to whole-school initiatives and playing an active role in the extended leadership team.

Requirements

• A dynamic and inspiring teacher of Business Studies (with the ability to also teach Mathematics).
• A proven track record of excellent classroom practice and strong subject knowledge.
• Experience of leading a team, or the readiness to step into a leadership role with vision and confidence.
• A passion for curriculum innovation and developing teaching and learning.
• A results-driven professional committed to student success, including outcomes at KS4 and KS5.
• A collaborative leader who can support and challenge colleagues to improve practice.

Safeguarding

Herne Bay High is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to thorough child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If you share our commitment to child welfare and education, we warmly welcome your application.

About the school

Herne Bay High School is a large hugely successful Single Academy Trust that serves the Herne Bay coastal area of North Kent. We have a comprehensive intake and are significantly oversubscribed in all year groups and in June 2022 Ofsted rated the school good with an Outstanding 6th form provision. Whilst academic rigour and examination success is at the forefront of our development, we passionately believe that a broad, balanced approach to education is important and as such we place great emphasis on the Creative and Performing Arts, Technology, and Sport as a key part of a young person\'s early educational journey. Herne Bay High School is also a champion of collaborative practice.

Safeguarding Commitment: At Herne Bay High, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As such, all applicants will be required to undergo comprehensive child protection screening, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), and Barred List Checks. If you share our commitment to safeguarding and child welfare, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

• UPS salary plus TLR, commensurate with experience and responsibility.
• A supportive and inclusive environment with a focus on staff wellbeing.
• Excellent CPD opportunities and career progression pathways.
• State-of-the-art facilities and resources to support teaching excellence.
• A welcoming, ambitious school culture that fosters innovation and collaboration.