Head of Department for Business and Economics

Your new company
Hays Education are working in partnership with a high-performing secondary school in North London to recruit an experienced and driven Head of Business & Economics. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a successful department within a school that values academic achievement, innovation, and progression to higher education and employment pathways.

Your new role
As Head of Business & Economics, you will lead the delivery of Business Studies and Economics across Key Stages 4 and 5, shaping a curriculum that is engaging, relevant, and aligned with real-world applications.Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing the Business & Economics department, including line management and staff development
• Driving high standards of teaching, learning, and student achievement at GCSE and A-Level
• Designing and delivering a forward-thinking curriculum that reflects current economic and business contexts
• Monitoring progress, analysing data, and implementing effective interventions
• Promoting enrichment opportunities, including enterprise initiatives, competitions, and external partnerships
• Contributing to wider school leadership and continuous improvement priorities

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Strong experience teaching Business Studies and/or Economics at KS4 and KS5
• Proven leadership experience or readiness to step into a Head of Department role
• Excellent subject knowledge and passion for developing students' understanding of business and economic principles
• Ability to inspire students and staff, driving a culture of high expectations

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary including TLR allowance
• Opportunity to lead and shape a high-profile academic department
• Supportive senior leadership team and collaborative teaching environment
• Access to excellent CPD and leadership development opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays Education consultant

What you need to do now
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