Economics and Business Subject Leader
St Ignatius College, Enfield, EN1 4NP12 days remaining to apply
Closing date
12 February 2025 at 9am
Date listed
28 January 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Business Studies and Economics
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £36,413.00 - £53,994.00 Annually (Actual) MPS/UPS with TLR 2cii
Economics and Business Subject Leader job summary
This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, dynamic outstanding Catholic school where all can thrive. We value our staff and want to develop them to the full in a supportive environment. We are looking for a candidate who has a deep passion for Economics and Business, is forward thinking, innovative and has excellent subject knowledge. As a department, Economics and Business offer a range of pathways to suit all students, and as such are one of the most popular option subjects at both KS4 and KS5, with Economics A Level being one of our largest A Level subjects. The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the Economics and Business department, will have an in depth understanding of successful economics and business pedagogy and will have achieved highly successful outcomes in their subject area. We currently offer A Level Economics and GCSE Business Studies. Student outcomes are continuously improving, and many of our students go on to study Economics or Finance-related degrees at some of the top universities in the UK. This post offers exciting opportunities to lead on some of the enrichment activities offered in the departments including coordinating a Young Enterprise group, as well as making links with a number of external agencies and visiting speakers.
St Ignatius College is:
A highly respected, oversubscribed Jesuit Community with a rich history, committed to the academic, spiritual, and personal development of each individual
A warm, friendly community where all are respected and valued
A school where teachers are developed ‘through a strong programme of ongoing individualised support’ and where leaders are ‘’without compromise in their continuing programme of improvement’’
A school where students are courteous, respectful and keen to learn and succeed
Teacher testimonial: “I feel that I have really grown professionally at St Ignatius College. Teachers are encouraged to take risks with their practice and the CPD is second to none. It is an incredibly supportive environment.”
The successful candidate will:
Be able to teach Economics and Business Studies
Be an excellent, creative and passionate teacher with the energy to inspire, motivate and challenge students
Have excellent interpersonal skills and be a real team player
Be committed to developing a knowledge rich curriculum and to the implementation of Rosenshine’s principles of instruction
Believe in the right of every student to succeed regardless of their starting points
Support our Catholic ethos and contribute to our core vision and values
What we offer:
Experienced and dedicated staff who share their excellent practice with each other
Paid Personal/well-being Day
A highly organised, energetic and well equipped department where students flourish and are enthusiastic about the subject
Opportunities for professional development and curriculum planning during the school day through a comprehensive CPD programme, Teaching and Learning team, support with becoming an examiner, ELKLAN training, Leadership Programmes
Cycle scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Excellent modern facilities in a well-resourced school, with access to free parking, free refreshments, a swimming pool and sports facilities
We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. The successful applicant will be committed to the distinct Jesuit ethos of the College. St Ignatius College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Anyone applying to work in our school is expected to share this commitment.
Commitment to safeguarding
St Ignatius College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Anyone applying to work in our school is expected to share this commitment.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About St Ignatius College
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1064 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- St Ignatius College website (opens in new tab)
St Ignatius College is:
• A well-respected, oversubscribed Jesuit Community committed to the spiritual, personal and academic development of each individual: the formation of the whole person
• A warm friendly community where all are respected and valued
• A school where teachers are developed ‘’through a strong programme of ongoing individualised support’ and where leaders are ‘’without compromise in their continuing programme of improvement’’
• A school where students are courteous, respectful and keen to succeed
• Teacher testimonial: “I feel that I have really grown professionally at St Ignatius College. Teachers are encouraged to take risks with their practice and the CPD is second to none. It is an incredibly supportive environment.”
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