Head of Business, Economics and IT

Head of Business, Economics and IT
Permanent | £35,000 - £48,500 per annum | Full-time (37 hours per week)
Location: Ofsted-rated 'Good' Sixth Form College in Surrey
Closing Date: 13th June 2025

Are you an experienced educational leader with a passion for Business, Economics, and IT? This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and shape a thriving curriculum area at an Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ Sixth Form College in Surrey. The college has a strong track record of student achievement and offers a supportive environment where both staff and students excel.

The Role:
As Head of Department, you will drive curriculum development, foster innovation, and promote the highest standards of teaching and learning. You’ll play a key role in enhancing student retention and achievement, supporting and developing staff, and contributing to the overall success of the Sixth Form provision. You will also have a teaching commitment of up to 13.5 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the Business, Economics, and IT team, ensuring delivery of high-quality teaching and learning.
Implement and monitor quality assurance processes to improve learner outcomes.
Promote a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement.
Develop schemes of work that support individualised learning.
Monitor student progress and implement effective support strategies.
Oversee staff development and performance management.
Manage departmental budgets and resources.
Build effective partnerships with local schools and stakeholders.
What We’re Looking For:

Degree-qualified with a recognised teaching qualification.
Proven leadership experience within Business and/or Economics at A-level and Level 3 vocational courses.
Successful track record of improving student outcomes.
Experience of managing and developing staff and leading quality improvements.
Strong organisational, communication, and decision-making skills.
Knowledge of current curriculum developments and quality assurance within the Sixth Form/FE sector.
Experience of managing departmental resources and budgets.
What We Offer:

Competitive Salary: £35,000 - £48,500 per annum (includes scale T1-T11 + management allowance M1-M3).
Teachers’ Pension Scheme: Excellent employer pension contributions with the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
Generous Holiday Entitlement: 37 days annual leave plus bank holidays and college closure days (pro-rata if applicable).
Professional Development: Comprehensive CPD programme and opportunities for funded qualifications.
Employee Assistance Programme: Free, confidential support and counselling services for staff and their families.
Wellbeing Initiatives: College-wide wellbeing programme, health and fitness classes, and staff wellbeing days.
Flexible Working: Family-friendly policies and opportunities for flexible working where appropriate.
Staff Discounts: Access to discounts on local and national retailers, leisure activities, and services.
On-Site Facilities: Access to college sports facilities, library, and subsidised on-site catering.
Free Parking: On-site parking available.
Next Steps:
Once you've applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.

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