Head of Business Studies and Economics

Oasis Community Learning do; Enfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust seeks a passionate Head of Business Studies and Economics to lead teaching and mentoring at Oasis Academy Hadley. This full-time, permanent position emphasizes delivering quality curriculum for students aged 10-13. The ideal candidate is dedicated to fostering strong relationships within the community and committed to developing others. A supportive environment focused on professional growth is part of the offer, complemented by competitive rewards including a starting bonus.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Starting bonus of £2,500

Store discounts and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Passionate about delivering quality teaching and learning experiences.
• Dedicated to developing others through coaching and mentoring.
• Committed to forming strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a top-quality Business and Economics curriculum for years 10 – 13.
• Set stretching targets based on prior attainment.
• Contribute to a whole community approach to student success.

Skills

Passionate about teaching

Commitment to developing others

Strong relationship-building

Enthusiastic and motivated

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

* Head of Business Studies and EconomicsNEWFast Apply# Head of Business Studies and EconomicsEmployerLocation: Enfield, Greater LondonContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeContract Length: PermanentSalary: MPS + TLR2b + £2,500 starting bonusPosted: 2nd February 2026Start Date: 13th April 2026Expires: 16th March 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 13th April 2026Job ID: 1532600Job Reference: Head of Business & EconomicsStart Date: 13th April 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Contract Length: Permanent* Job ID: 1532600* Share :**Role - Head of Business and Economics**Location: Oasis Academy HadleySalary: Teachers’ Main Pay Scale plus TLR2b plus **£2,500 starting bonus**Hours: Full timeContract: PermanentStart date: After Easter 2026Business and Economics are increasingly popular within the school, with high levels of attainment across the board. Central to our ethos, we believe studying these subjects gives students the necessary first-hand knowledge and skills to set themselves up for life.Within our community, many students end up working for themselves or setting up as small business owners, putting their learning to use in real-world situations, and we’re seeing just how much they can achieve.**Heading up such an important subject area is a lot of responsibility and fortunately we offer a lot in return:**• We exist to improve the life chances of young people with fantastic potential who may be burdened with circumstances that are simply out of their control – yes working in these contexts can make it more challenging, but it is immensely rewarding• We pledge a commitment to your personal and professional development, with a wealth of support and guidance available, both at Academy level and from Oasis Community Learning trust specialists in everything from best practice to pedagogy• By joining a nation-wide MAT, you have access to a top-quality curriculum resource bank• You’ll be joining a warm and welcoming school family, where everyone is invested in achieving the best outcomes possible• A wide range of store discounts and benefits via our dedicated platform**We are looking for someone who is:**• Passionate about delivering top quality teaching and learning experiences, grounded in real-world examples that will set our students up for tangible success when they leave us• Dedicated to developing others – you'll be a hands-on coach and mentor both within and outside of your faculty• Committed to forming strong working relationships with all colleagues, students and families – it takes a whole community to set school leavers up for success and you will play an integral role in this• Enthusiastic and motivated to deliver a top-quality Business and Economics curriculum for years 10 – 13, setting stretching targets that build on strong prior attainment• A true believer in the Oasis ethos, and that no matter individuals’ backgrounds, they have the power to have unlimited choices open to them later in lifeWe believe it is a truly exciting opportunity to join the Hadley community. With everyone dedicated to doing their very best and led from the front by an authentic leadership team, there has never been a better time to become part of our family.**Application process**If you’re interested and you would like to know more, we welcome conversations or school visits. Start your application to find out how to arrange this.Or, if you can’t wait to apply and start the conversation at an interview – please click ‘fast apply’ to complete the application form and tell us all about you, your experience and how your ambition to see every student succeed matches ours.If you intend to apply, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and holding interviews in line with this. This could result in the advert closing before the advertised date.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Oasis Academy Hadley is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Oasis Academy HadleyPart of### Oasis Community Learning