Job type
PermanentLocation
EnfieldWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Secondary TeachingIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
MPS - UPS
Head of Business & Economics - Secondary School Job - Enfield - September 2026
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
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
