Head of Department - Business and Economics

Head of Department - Business and Economics Rickmansworth School About the role Location: Croxley Green, Rickmansworth Contract type: Full-Time, Permanent (Part time applications will be considered) Salary: MPS/UPS incl. Fringe plus TLR 2b Start Date: September 2026 Rickmansworth School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Head of Business and Economics to lead our thriving department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated educator to shape and develop the delivery of Business and Economics across Key Stages 4 and 5, while playing a key strategic role within our school community. As Head of Department, you will be responsible for the leadership and continued development of a forward-thinking curriculum, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning that inspires students and enables them to achieve their full potential. You will support and lead a team of committed staff, fostering a culture of academic excellence, innovation, and enthusiasm for the subject. If you are passionate about business education, have a strong track record of success, and are keen to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and ambitious school, we would be delighted to hear from you. The School’s admissions criteria gives preference to staff members’ children (as there is a demonstrable skill shortage for this post, the successful candidate could apply for a priority admission place for their own child). About the Business and Economics Department The Business and Economics Department at Rickmansworth School offers GCSE and A Level courses that are consistently among the most popular subject choices. The curriculum is designed to develop students' understanding of the modern world, fostering critical thinking, financial awareness, and entrepreneurial skills. Led by an experienced and committed team, the department delivers engaging, real-world lessons that inspire students and result in excellent academic outcomes. A wide range of enrichment opportunities including enterprise competitions, educational visits, and career-linked events which further enhances the student experience, equipping learners with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in higher education and the rapidly evolving global economy. In return, we will offer you Outstanding CPD opportunities to support your professional growth A school with exemplary student behaviour, where learning is valued A collaborative working environment where teamwork is at the heart of everything we do Highly skilled and supportive staff, working together to make a difference A comprehensive wellbeing programme to ensure you feel valued and supported Rickmansworth School is an outstanding, heavily over-subscribed 11-18 co-educational academy, consistently achieving excellent academic results. We provide a nurturing and dynamic environment for our 1575 ambitious young people. Our strong academic track record at both GCSE and A-Level ensures that the vast majority of our students go