Job Description
An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and dynamic Head of Business to lead a thriving and forward-thinking department within an Ofsted Outstanding secondary school in Nottingham. This full-time, permanent role offers the chance to shape the Business curriculum and drive exceptional student outcomes across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5.\n\nPosition Details\n\n * \n\n Role: Head of Business\n\n * \n\n Start Date: September 2025\n\n * \n\n Contract: Permanent, Full-Time\n\n * \n\n Location: Nottingham\n\n * \n\n Salary: MPS1 – UPS3 plus TLR (Leadership Allowance)\n\nAbout the School\n\nThis Outstanding-rated school is recognised for its strong academic standards, inclusive culture, and a supportive, ambitious environment. Staff benefit from a well-structured CPD programme and leadership that promotes collaboration, professional development, and wellbeing.\n\nAbout the Business Department\n\nThe Business Department plays a pivotal role in the school’s curriculum, consistently achieving excellent results at GCSE and A-Level.
The team is motivated, innovative, and dedicated to inspiring students to develop entrepreneurial skills, commercial understanding, and real-world business applications. The department enjoys excellent resources, including well-equipped classrooms and access to digital learning platforms.\n\nRole Overview\n\nAs Head of Business, you will:\n\n * \n\n Lead and manage the Business Department, overseeing curriculum development and delivery from KS4 to KS5\n\n * \n\n Inspire and support a team of teachers to deliver outstanding teaching and learning\n\n * \n\n Monitor and improve student progress and attainment across all key stages\n\n * \n\n Foster a culture of innovation, engagement, and high expectations\n\n * \n\n Take responsibility for departmental budgets, resources, and extra-curricular business activities\n\n * \n\n Collaborate with senior leadership to contribute to whole-school initiatives and development\n\nPerson Specification\n\nThe ideal candidate will have:\n\n * \n\n A degree in Business, Economics, or a related subject\n\n * \n\n Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or PGCE)\n\n * \n\n Proven experience teaching Business Studies at GCSE and A-Level\n\n * \n\n Demonstrated leadership skills, ideally with experience managing a department or team\n\n * \n\n A passion for inspiring students and a commitment to raising achievement\n\n * \n\n Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills\n\n * \n\n A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for contributing to wider school life\n\nSalary and Benefits\n\nThe salary will be paid in line with the Main or Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS) plus a Leadership TLR allowance, reflective of the responsibility of this leadership role.\n\nHow to Apply\n\nIf you are a motivated and visionary Business leader ready to make a significant impact in a high-achieving Nottingham school, please send your CV as soon as possible to apply