Head of Business Studies, EdEx – Education Recruitment

Guardian Jobs; Greenwich (CT); On-site; GBP 42,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Head of Business Studies to lead a vibrant department in a 'Good' rated Secondary School. This role offers the opportunity to focus solely on teaching Business Studies while benefiting from a supportive pastoral team and state-of-the-art facilities. With a competitive salary range and excellent work-life balance, this position is perfect for a qualified teacher looking to make a significant impact in education. Join a close-knit team and contribute to the development of young minds while enjoying a fulfilling career.

Benefits

Excellent work-life balance

Supportive pastoral team

Modern facilities

Good internal promotion opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced Business Studies Teacher with UK QTS or equivalent.
• Confident and ambitious with a strong focus on student development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Business Studies department with a focus on curriculum development.
• Provide pastoral support and maintain excellent student behavior.

Skills

Business Studies

Teaching

Leadership

Education

UK QTS or equivalent

Job description

Head of Business Studies, EdEx – Education Recruitment

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Head of Business Studies - Greenwich

Q - Are you a qualified Business Studies Teacher searching for your first Head of Department role?

Q - Or perhaps you're an experienced Head of Department, searching for a fresh venture where you can make a tangible impact and change to the department?

A 'Good' graded Secondary School in Greenwich is searching for a Head of Business Studies to join their team in September. This large, mixed secondary school for 11-18 yr olds has popular uptake at GCSE, BTEC & A Level Business Studies, boasting a team of four Business Studies Teachers, as well as Economics specialists including a Lead Practitioner.

Role Details:

• Opportunity to just teach Business Studies
• Extensive pastoral support team & Brilliant behaviour policy
• Close-knit team with a great social aspect
• Strong focus on the development of oracy across the curriculum
• State of the art, modern facilities
• Excellent work life balance & wellbeing policy
• Recent Ofsted inspection, so no immediate pressure
• Solid, established SLT, primarily home-grown within the school

Role specifics:

• Position: Head of Business Studies
• Full-time, Permanent, starting September
• Inner London Payscale - Competitive offers MPS/UPS/Leadership
• Salary: £42,000 - £75,000 depending on experience and responsibility

Person Specification:

• Experienced Business Studies Teacher
• UK QTS or equivalent experience teaching a comparable curriculum
• Confident, personable, and ambitious
• Available from September 2025

School Details:

• Ofsted rated 'Good' - recently inspected
• Excellent student behaviour
• Good internal promotion opportunities for middle & senior leadership
• Extended pastoral team supporting academic achievement, behavioural needs, and more

Apply today to this Head of Business Studies position. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 12-24 hours to discuss the school and next steps.