Head of Business

Role Overview

Head of Business
Age Range Taught: 14 - 18

Contract:

Full time, permanent

Start Date:

September 2026

• Lead the Business Department at GCSE and A Level, fostering strong pupil engagement, progress, and examination outcomes.
• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and a passion for Business.
• Maintain a proven track record of effective leadership within a school setting.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in a supportive community environment.

• Beautiful buildings and stunning grounds in a rural setting, just outside of Chester.
• Friendly and supportive colleagues with a strong community feel.
• Small class sizes, up to 24 at KS4 and 16 at Sixth Form.
• Committed, respectful and friendly students.
• Complementary lunch for all colleagues.
• A Defined Contribution Pension Scheme (Royal London), with an 18% employer’s contribution and minimum employee contribution of 6% (AVCs optional).
• A Death in Service benefit of 3 x annual salary.
• Discounted school fees.
• Access to an extensive Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling.
• Trade Union Recognition.
• Free on‑site parking.

Abbey Gate College is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and to treating all staff with dignity and respect. Applications from individuals are encouraged, irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged as we may interview and appoint a suitable candidate prior to the official closing date of Monday 8th June 2026 at midday.

Applications will be subject to stringent vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and online checks. References will be requested prior to interview. Criminal convictions will not necessarily be a bar to appointment but will be considered within safety and welfare decisions.

Safe and safeguarding procedures are in place to ensure the welfare of children and the safety of staff and volunteers.