Head of Business and Economics OR Head of Business OR Head of Economics
Alcester Grammar School, Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 5ED17 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 1st 2026
Closing date
20 February 2026 at 3pm
Date listed
3 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Economics
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- TLR 2b £6070 or TLR 2c (£3527) if applying for the split role
Additional allowances
TLR 2b £6070 or TLR 2c (£3527) if applying for the split role
Head of Business and Economics OR Head of Business OR Head of Economics job summary
We are looking to recruit a passionate leader (or leaders) to drive forward this key department in our very special school. Business and Economics Department
The Business and Economics Department at AGS is a thriving, high‑performing team teaching across Years 10-13.
Key Stage 4At KS4, we deliver OCR GCSE Business to three parallel groups. Lessons are dynamic and discussion‑rich, with staff using a wide range of teaching approaches to create an engaging and ambitious learning environment.
Sixth FormAt A‑level, we offer OCR Business and Edexcel Economics. Teaching is typically shared between two or three members of the department, giving students a breadth of expertise and a varied learning experience.
A‑level provision is a central part of this role. Each September, more than 140 students opt for our two A‑level courses, reflecting the popularity and strength of the department. We have an excellent track record of outcomes, with many students progressing to study Business, Economics or related disciplines at university, or securing places on prestigious school‑leaver or apprenticeship programmes, for example at KPMG, PWC and Mondelez International.
For further information, please read the attached booklet. Please don't hesitate to contact the Principal Rachel Thorpe to discuss the post further - r.thorpe@alcestergs.com. We look forward to hearing from you. Please make it clear in your application whether you are applying to be Head of Business, Head of Economics - or Head of Business and Economics.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
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View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Alcester Grammar School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1294 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Alcester Grammar School website
A unique and happy school, where you can indulge your creativity, refine your skills, and enjoy an atmosphere that respects your professional autonomy. With delightful students, grateful parents and supportive colleagues, teaching doesn't get much better than this.
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