Head of Business & Economics - Secondary School -...

A forward-thinking 11–18 secondary school in Peterborough is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Business & Economics to lead its expanding Social Sciences provision. This is a key middle leadership role within a school that has placed curriculum quality, sixth form growth and post-16 progression at the centre of its improvement strategy.

Business Studies is one of the school’s most popular GCSE options, with strong uptake at A-Level. Economics has recently expanded at post-16, with increasing numbers progressing to competitive university courses in finance, business management and related disciplines.

The Role

As Head of Business & Economics, you will take full responsibility for the strategic direction, curriculum development and outcomes within the department. You will lead a small but committed team, ensuring high standards of teaching, assessment and student achievement.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and refining the Business and Economics curriculum across KS4–KS5
• Driving improvements in GCSE and A-Level outcomes
• Line managing and supporting departmental colleagues
• Leading assessment moderation and quality assurance processes
• Promoting subject uptake and enrichment opportunities
• Supporting university and apprenticeship progression pathways

The curriculum emphasises real-world application, financial literacy, analytical writing and structured exam technique. Students engage with contemporary economic issues, case studies and enterprise projects.

The Department

The department sits within a broader Social Sciences faculty and works closely with Psychology and Humanities colleagues. Shared planning and cross-department collaboration are embedded practices.

Students in Peterborough respond well to applied learning and structured assessment preparation. The department has built strong links with local businesses and enterprise networks to enrich the curriculum.

Department strengths include:

• Strong GCSE uptake and steady A-Level growth
• Dedicated Sixth Form teaching spaces
• Clear assessment frameworks
• Opportunities for enterprise competitions and external speakers

The school’s behaviour systems are well established, allowing leaders to focus on curriculum and outcomes.

The School

This Peterborough secondary school has invested heavily in curriculum sequencing, pastoral systems and staff development. Senior leaders are visible and supportive, with a clear commitment to sustainable improvement rather than short-term initiatives.

Staff benefit from:

• Leadership development programmes
• Structured CPD focused on pedagogy and curriculum design
• A collaborative and stable teaching environment
• Clear progression pathways

The school values professionalism, subject expertise and ambition.

Who We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS and a relevant Business/Economics qualification
• Demonstrate strong outcomes at GCSE and A-Level
• Have experience leading or contributing to departmental development
• Show strategic thinking and organisational strength
• Be confident teaching Economics at A-Level
• Inspire students to pursue business and finance pathways

Previous middle leadership experience is desirable but strong second-in-department candidates are encouraged to apply.

Why Join?

• A genuine opportunity to shape and grow a department
• Supportive senior leadership and clear direction
• Growing Sixth Form provision
• Competitive salary with TLR enhancement
• A professional and ambitious school culture

This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic Business and Economics specialist to take on a leadership role within a steadily improving Peterborough secondary school.