Lead Practitioner, Business Studies & Schoolwide Impact

Heart Academies Trust; Bedford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing day

CPD pathways

Refer a friend scheme

Cycle to work

Employee assistance programme

Pension

Gym facilities

Tea, coffee, breakfast and eye tests

ECT induction programme

Open collaborative working environment

Staff development programmes

Sustainability commitment

Job summary

HEART Academies Trust in Bedford is seeking a Lead Teacher and Practitioner for Business Studies. The role focuses on strategic leadership of the Business department, driving high standards in teaching, learning and student achievement across GCSE and BTEC, with collaboration across local schools.

The post requires a proven track record in teaching the full range of ability and a commitment to improving outcomes for all students within an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Key Stages 4 and 5.
• Ability to lead and inspire a Business department.
• Understanding of the curriculum across key stages.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic vision, direction, and leadership for the Business department across GCSE, BTEC and future developments.
• Drive student achievement and standards in business education.
• Develop partnerships with Business Leads from other Bedford Schools to improve provision.
• Ensure BA course results exceed national averages.
• Support teaching and learning across staff as needed by SLT.

Skills

Leadership

Student focus

Teaching

High expectations

Team collaboration

Education

QTS / teaching qualification

Job description

HEART Academies Trust in Bedford is seeking a Lead Teacher and Practitioner for Business Studies. The role focuses on strategic leadership of the Business department, driving high standards in teaching, learning and student achievement across GCSE and BTEC, with collaboration across local schools.

The post requires a proven track record in teaching the full range of ability and a commitment to improving outcomes for all students within an inclusive environment.