Business Studies Subject Leader

Caterham High School is proud of its inclusive ethos and welcoming culture. At the heart of our work is a strong commitment to improving the life chances of our young people. You will be joining a school community that supports an exceptionally diverse cohort and is driven by a clear moral purpose. Staff are encouraged to continually develop their practice to meet students’ needs, gaining strong professional satisfaction within a school shaped by inclusion. We are looking for a highly motivated and driven leader who role models an unrelenting commitment to achieving high standards in everything they do through a strong resilient work ethic. You will have a drive for self-improvement and understand strategic development, underpinned by a strong moral purpose that puts the needs of children and young people first and foremost to improve outcomes and confidence in learning. Our teachers are enthusiastic and motivated and understand the value and richness of their subjects. We currently teach Business, Economics and Law across a range of Level 2 and Level 3 courses at KS4 and KS5. We provide both vocational and academic pathways. We need a dedicated professional to lead both curriculum areas into a cohesive department to create a vibrant, engaging curriculum provision. These subjects are very popular at Caterham High School. We value leadership for all and thus ensure that Middle Leaders have opportunities to grow and develop a successful career through a range of CPD and as active participants of the Seven Kings Teaching School Alliance. We are justifiably proud of ourGood Ofsted judgement (June 2022), which recognised our positive learning environment and caring community. As a community school in East London, we celebrate diversity and rigorously promote equality and inclusion. We believe every student should feel valued,supportedand challenged. We have two Alternative Resource Provisions - one for Deaf children and one for children with Autism - as well as inclusive Curriculum Pathways that enable access and support strong academic achievement. Our most recent inspection noted that students “conduct themselves in a calm and orderly manner around school and behave well in lessons.” Our students are polite, friendly and benefit from excellent relationships with staff. Are you interested? If so, please see complete an application through the TES or use the application pack and form which are on our website. Completed application forms should be e-mailed torecruitment@ecaterham.netby10.00am Thursday May 14thMay2026.Please note, the school will assess applications on receipt and may arrange to interview successful applicants before the deadline. The school has an excellent culture or safeguarding and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance. W