Head of Business Studies – September 2025 Start
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Salary: MPS / UPS + TLR (Dependent on experience and responsibilities)
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Teaching Personnel is proud to be supporting a forward-thinking secondary academy in Corby in the recruitment of a Head of Business Studies to join their leadership team from 1st September 2025.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and passionate educator to lead a thriving Business Studies department, shaping a curriculum that is already popular, well-regarded, and enriched with extra-curricular opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and manage the Business Studies department, supporting staff and driving continued improvement
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Develop and enhance the curriculum to deliver high-quality, engaging learning experiences
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Inspire students through outstanding subject knowledge and dynamic teaching practices
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Monitor and evaluate pupil progress, implementing strategies for improvement where needed
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Support whole-school priorities and contribute to the school’s wider leadership
What We’re Looking For:
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A qualified teacher with QTS and strong subject knowledge in Business Studies
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Proven experience of teaching Business Studies at KS4 and ideally KS5
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A track record of excellent outcomes and the ability to lead, inspire and motivate others
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A commitment to inclusive education, high expectations, and continued professional development
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A strategic thinker who is ready to take ownership of departmental growth and innovation
What You’ll Receive:
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Generous salary package including TLR for departmental leadership
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Opportunities for career progression and leadership development within a supportive trust
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Access to high-quality CPD via a regional professional development centre
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Freshly prepared meals during the working day (breakfast and lunch)
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Wellbeing initiatives including an additional annual “wellbeing day”
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Local Government Pension Scheme and additional health benefits
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Staff discounts, cycle to work scheme, car lease options and more
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Professional body membership paid (where applicable)
If you’re ready to step into a strategic role and lead a successful department in a values-driven and inclusive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV today, and we will be in touch.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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