Head of Business
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Head of Business
Start Date: April 2026
Contract Type: Full-time
Reeson Education are supporting a good secondary school in Sutton who require a Head of Business from April 2026.
The Principal is looking to invite an enthusiastic Head of Business with vision and expertise to join the school on a full-time basis.
The School - Head of Business - Secondary School - Sutton - April 2026
- 'Good' secondary school based in Sutton
- Rich diverse culture that is warm, supportive, and positive
- First-class facilities for learning, with up to date teaching methods and innovative techniques
- Pupils develop their interests and strengths both inside and outside the classroom
The Role - Head of Business - Secondary School - Sutton - April 2026
The Head of Business will be responsible for providing a friendly, stimulating, and inclusive environment in which every student can develop academically, socially and personally.
The successful candidate will be responsible for academic progress and must:
- be committed to improving teaching and learning
- have good interpersonal and presentation skills
- be forward thinking, inspirational, receptive to change and able to work under pressure
The Offer - Head of Business - Secondary School - Sutton - April 2026
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a thriving school and make a major contribution to the schools continued success.
They offer:
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A generous time allocation for planning, preparation and marking.
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A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.
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An opportunity to be part of a dynamic and creative team.
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A supportive environment in which your talent and commitment will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded.
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A superb opportunity for an experienced practitioner to work in a flourishing department.
When you apply with Reeson Education, you get:
- Top rates of pay
- Professional support from our team of experienced consultants who offer guidance both pre and post placement
- CPD courses
- Ongoing access to the best and most exclusive future roles in London
Head of Business - Secondary School - Sutton - April 2026
Reeson Education:
Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert.
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⭐ Highlight your Business Studies subject leadership experience at the top of your CV as the school specifically seeks a Head of Business with vision and expertise
📊 Quantify your department achievements: 'Led Business department of 4 teachers, improving A-Level pass rates from 78% to 94%'
🎯 Emphasise your experience with KS3-KS5 Business curriculum delivery and any innovative teaching methods you've implemented
🌐 Showcase your commitment to improving teaching and learning with specific examples of curriculum development or student progress initiatives
🤝 Demonstrate your ability to work under pressure and be receptive to change with concrete examples from your teaching career
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- •Led Business Studies department of 6 teachers, achieving 92% GCSE pass rates and 88% A-Level success across 180 students
- •Implemented innovative KS3-KS5 Business curriculum resulting in 15% improvement in student engagement scores over 2 academic years
- •Developed comprehensive assessment tracking system for 240 Business Studies students, improving academic progress monitoring by 25%
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Dear Hiring Manager,
Reeson Education's Head of Business position at your Good-rated Sutton secondary school represents exactly the leadership opportunity I seek to advance my career in Business Studies education. With extensive experience in KS3-KS5 Business curriculum delivery and department leadership, I am committed to improving teaching and learning while fostering the inspirational, forward-thinking approach your school values.
My background in secondary Business Studies education has equipped me with the vision and expertise to lead a thriving department. I have successfully managed academic progress monitoring, implemented innovative teaching methods, and developed strong interpersonal skills essential for working under pressure while maintaining high educational standards.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How would you develop the Business Studies curriculum to meet current industry standards?
- ›What assessment strategies would you implement to track student progress in Business Studies?
- ›How do you ensure KS3-KS5 Business curriculum alignment and progression?
- ›What innovative teaching methods would you introduce to the Business department?
- ›How would you integrate real-world business examples into the curriculum?
Behavioural
- ›Describe a time when you had to lead a team through significant change
- ›Tell me about a challenging student situation and how you handled it
- ›Give an example of how you've improved teaching and learning in your department
- ›Describe a time when you had to work under pressure to meet a deadline
- ›How do you inspire and motivate both students and colleagues?
STAR answer examples
Model answers using the Situation-Task-Action-Result framework. Adapt to your own experience.
Describe a time when you had to lead a team through significant change
Give an example of how you've improved teaching and learning in your department