Head of Business Studies and Economics
Location: Enfield
Salary: £220 - £320 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time | Permanent

Are you ready to lead a thriving Business and Economics department and inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs and economists?

GSL Education is currently recruiting for a dynamic and ambitious Head of Business Studies and Economics to join a high-performing secondary academy in Enfield. This is an exceptional opportunity for a committed educator with strong subject knowledge and leadership capabilities to shape a department and drive academic success.

Whether you are an experienced Head of Department or an ambitious teacher ready for the next step, this role will allow you to play a key part in delivering engaging and industry-relevant learning experiences that prepare students for higher education and the world of work.

What the Role Will Involve:

Leading the planning, delivery, and evaluation of the Business Studies and Economics curriculum across Key Stages 4 and 5.

Managing a team of subject teachers, providing professional development and ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.

Setting ambitious targets for student achievement and ensuring effective intervention strategies are in place to support progress.

Overseeing the use of assessment data to track student progress and inform planning and teaching practices.

Promoting student engagement by designing innovative, real-world learning experiences that connect theory with practice.

Collaborating with school leadership and external partners to enhance curriculum enrichment opportunities.

Ensuring departmental compliance with school policies and statutory guidelines.

Contributing to whole-school initiatives, raising the profile of Business and Economics within the wider curriculum.

Head of Business Studies and Economics Requirements:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a specialism in Business, Economics, or a related field.

Proven experience of teaching Business and/or Economics at KS4 and KS5 with excellent student outcomes.

A track record of effective departmental leadership or the clear potential to step into such a role.

Strong subject knowledge and familiarity with relevant qualifications (GCSE, A-Level, BTEC).

Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

Passion for business education and the ability to inspire students from diverse backgrounds.

An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

Proof of right to work in the UK and two references for safeguarding checks.

What We Can Offer You:

The opportunity to lead a forward-thinking and well-resourced department.

A supportive senior leadership team committed to professional development and innovation.

Competitive daily pay and a permanent, full-time contract.

Opportunities for further career progression in a growing academy trust.

A collaborative working environment with a focus on staff wellbeing.

Why Choose GSL Education?

A trusted recruitment partner committed to ethical hiring practices.

Tailored career support from dedicated education consultants.

Access to ongoing CPD opportunities to enhance your leadership skills.

Flexible application and onboarding support.

Please be advised that this role requires a thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and all successful applicants must undergo the necessary pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered on the update service or willingness to obtain one.

As a respected and ethical education recruitment agency, GSL Education is proud to support schools in connecting with talented educators across Enfield and beyond.

What You Need to Do Next:

If you are excited about leading Business Studies and Economics and making a lasting impact, click 'apply now' to express your interest. One of our consultants will be in touch to discuss the role further and guide you through the next steps