Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Head of Business Studies
Lift Firth Park is a vibrant mixed secondary school for students aged 11–16. Located in Shiregreen, Sheffield, we serve around 1,200 pupils and reflect a richly diverse community, with more than a third of students speaking English as an additional language.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join Lift Firth Park at a pivotal moment. From September 2026, we will introduce GCSE Business Studies for the first time, and we are looking for an ambitious and inspiring teacher to build, shape, and lead this new department from the ground up.
As Head of Business Studies, you won’t just lead a subject, you’ll create its vision, design its curriculum, and establish a culture where students thrive. Apart from teaching Business Studies, you will also teach some aspects of KS3 Computing, delivering a dynamic and relevant curriculum that prepares students for the modern world.
What you’ll do
* Lead and build the Business Studies department, setting a clear vision and strong culture of excellence
* Design and implement an engaging GCSE Business curriculum from first principles
* Teach Business Studies with some KS3 Computing, delivering high-quality, inspiring lessons
* Use data intelligently to raise attainment and close gaps, particularly for disadvantaged students
* Establish strong routines and a positive climate for learning across the department
* Contribute to whole-school priorities and the wider life of the academy
Who we’re looking for
* An exceptional teacher with strong subject knowledge in Business (and ideally Computing)
* A motivational leader with the vision and drive to build a successful department
* Someone who is passionate about student outcomes and committed to inclusion
* A professional who thrives on challenge and wants to make a real difference
Benefits
* Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
* Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
* Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
* Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
Employment details
Salary: M1-6/ UPR (TLR) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: September 2026
Closing date: 6th May
Interview date: 14th May
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, including online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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