Head of Business Studies, Economics & Computing
Abbeyfield School, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3XBThis job expired on 19 April 2023
Job start date
1 September 2023
Closing date
19 April 2023 at 9am
Date listed
21 March 2023
Job details
Job role
- Head of year or phase
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- Business studies, Computing, Economics
Working pattern
- Full time: 1FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
Additional allowances
TLR 2c £7,368
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Governors of Abbeyfield School are seeking to make the appointment of a talented and enthusiastic Head of Business Studies to join our thriving Business department. As a member of the team you will be well-supported by a team of dynamic teachers who are passionate about creating motivated students who become lifelong learners. In terms of results we have consistently outperformed the national average with 70% + students achieving a grade 4 or higher in their GCSE’s with an ALPS rating of 3 or higher over recent years. At A-Level and BTEC we have seen similar results with ALPS scores of 3 or higher in all KS5 subjects offered. Experience of, or an ability to teach Economics would be desirable qualities for this position.
The successful applicant will have the exciting opportunity to lead a highly motivated team who are fully committed to developing students to fulfil their potential.
Please
note – We reserve the right to interview and employ the right candidate before
the closing date.
What the school offers its staff
All our staff receive professional CPD opportunities much of which draws on our links with Challenge Partner as well as the opportunities provided by the National College and NPQ qualifications.
Additional information
Abbeyfield is a community school which occupies purpose-built premises. It is situated in a beautiful location, within commuting distance of Bath, Bristol and Swindon. The school was inspected in November 2022 and we pledge to offer the following:
- Excellent students who will work with you to achieve the highest standards
- A high-performing and growing school
- Excellent leadership, which believes in rapid and sustainable leadership
- A thriving sixth form where pupils make strong progress
- Outstanding behaviour
- Friendly and welcoming pupils who thrive in an atmosphere of tolerance and understanding
Additional information
For a full information pack, please see our website https://abbeyfield.wilts.sch.uk/
under ‘joining us’ or contact reception on 01249 464500
Completed applications should be emailed to recruitment@abbeyfield.wilts.sch.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Please note due to safeguarding we only accept completed application forms.
Abbeyfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.
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About Abbeyfield School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 895 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Abbeyfield School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- adb@abbeyfield.wilts.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01249464500
This is an exciting time to join Abbeyfield School. Our recent ‘Good’ Ofsted rating (November 2022) highlighted that ‘Staff are proud of the school and enjoy working at it. Leaders and governors are supportive of staff’s workload and well-being'. As a result, both the leaders and students are looking for high-calibre staff who are committed to delivering outstanding teaching and learning opportunities for all.
Please note – We reserve the right to interview and employ the right candidate before the closing date.
Arranging a visit to Abbeyfield School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email adb@abbeyfield.wilts.sch.uk.
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