Head of Business and Economics

Posted on Thursday 5 December 2024

Required for September 2025 


We are seeking a well-qualified and experienced Head of Business & Economics from September 2025, to lead in the management of this department. The candidate should have excellent managerial skills and be keen to contribute to the wider life of the School and they would be required to teach A-level Business and Economics.

This post would suit an experienced Head of Department or teacher looking for their first management role. We are also happy to consider applications from those with wide experience in Business and Economics who have moved into a teaching career.

Ability to teach both A Level and BTEC courses and experience of running Enterprise programs would be advantageous.

Queenswood is a GSA, BSA, HMC Boarding and Day School for approximately 480 girls aged 11-18, set in beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, easily accessible from North London.

A competitive salary is offered plus generous benefits including: a flexible pension scheme, free lunch and refreshments, ample parking, use of school grounds and facilities.

Closing date: 9am on 5 February 2025.
Interviews: Week commencing 10 February 2025

We reserve the right to appoint prior to any closing date advertised for this role.

Queenswood is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and all applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including enhanced clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service and checks with past employers.

This role carries a high level of safeguarding responsibilities. Full safeguarding checks will be carried out on the successful applicant. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.