Head of Business Studies - the Abbey School - Full-time

Woodlands; Ospringe; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a passionate Head of Business Studies to join their team from April 2026. The role focuses on leading the department, mentoring staff, and shaping an inspiring curriculum. This full-time permanent position offers competitive remuneration, a range of benefits, and a £5,000 recruitment incentive upon successful probation and yearly service. Ideal candidates will have high expectations and a dedication to student outcomes.

Benefits

Health Assured - Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Benenden Healthcare

Free Flu Jabs

Free Health Checks

Access EarlyPay

Discounted gym membership

Free parking on all our sites

CPD afternoons

Skills Network of 30 Free Level 2 courses

Qualifications

• Must possess Qualified Teacher Status.
• Aiming for high standards and positive educational environment.
• Experience in leading a department is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Business Studies Department and drive outcomes.
• Shape curriculum and mentor staff.
• Champion high-quality teaching across Business Studies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Passion for education

Leadership ability

Mentoring skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

The Abbey School is seeking to appoint a highly effective Head of Business Studies (Key Stage 4-5) to join the Business Studies Department, to start from April 2026.

We are seeking an inspiring and forward-thinking Head of Business Studies to lead our dynamic department and drive outstanding outcomes for our students. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious educator to shape the curriculum, mentor staff, and champion high-quality teaching across Business Studies. If you’re passionate about developing future entrepreneurs and leaders, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a full time, permanent role, paid on the STPC Main/Upper Teachers Pay Range, dependant on experience, with a TLR2c of £3,527.

The school is offering a recruitment incentive of £5,000 which is split into the following payments - £2,500 subject to the successful completion of a 6-month probationary period, and a further £2,500 to be paid upon one year service.

The successful candidate will have an attention to detail, will work to a high standard, and will seek to ensure a positive educational environment through their work. In return, The Howard Academy Trust offers a wide variety of benefits, details of which are outlined below.

What can we offer you?

The successful candidate will be someone who has high expectations and is passionate about education. In return, we can promise an investment in you and your future, offering a competitiveremuneration package, providing first class professional development and career opportunities.

We value our staff and actively support their professional development and have redesigned our working week toplace even greater emphasis on employee development. You will have access to ongoing professional development including accredited courses. If you are looking to extend your experience and would be interested in joining our team, we would be delighted to hearfrom you.

Benefits of Working with The Howard Academy Trust

We care about the personal and professional wellbeing of our staff, and are pleased to offer:

• Health Assured - Employee AssistanceProgramme


• Access to Benenden Healthcare


• Free Flu Jabs


• Free Health Checks


• Access EarlyPay


• Skills Network of 30 Free Level 2 8 – 12 week courses


• Discounted gym membership


• CPD afternoons


• Access to Mental Health First Aiders


• Free parking on all our sites

If you require any further information or you wish to organise a tour of the school, please contact the school office by calling 01795 532633 or via email to [e-mail]

We reserve the right to alter our interview dates and close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.