Leader of KS4 Business

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and enthusiastic Teacher of Business to lead Key Stage 4 in our large and successful department. The position offers a unique opportunity for an ambitious teacher who is keen to develop an innovative and exciting curriculum. The ability to teach Economics is desirable but not essential.

At Little Heath School, Business is taught at Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 with a number of courses available to provide alternative pathways for students. At Key Stage 4, students may choose to study GCSE Business or OCR Enterprise and Marketing. At Key Stage 5, students may study AQA A Level Business or a Cambridge Technicals Level 3 course, either as the Extended Certificate or Diploma in Business.

The person we are seeking will: 

• be able to lead a large team in all aspects of KS4 teaching and learning.
• monitor and track student progress at KS4 and plan intervention programmes as required.
• be passionate about Business and have the desire to share that passion with students.
• be an innovative and inspiring classroom teacher.
• be able to work collaboratively with a diverse team to enhance teaching and learning at Key Stage 4.

Little Heath School is a highly successful comprehensive school (1658 on roll, including 366 in the Sixth Form) situated in a pleasant semi-rural setting to the west of Reading, with good access to road and rail links. The school has recently benefited from a significant and transformational building project, opening a new £15 million main block in spring 2021.

As a school, we pride ourselves on our Continuing Professional Development Programme, which supports teachers to continually improve their practice in innovative ways, collaborating with other members of staff.

For an application form and information pack please email recruitment@littleheath.org.uk Please address supporting letter of application to the Headteacher.

Closing date: Monday 23 May 2022

Interviews: w/c Monday 23 May 2022

We reserve the right to interview before this date if a suitable shortlist is obtained, so early application is encouraged.

Little Heath School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people; we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Little Heath School will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.