Subject Leader - Business

Are you an enthusiastic and ambitious Business teacher ready to take on the leadership of Business within our highly successful Business and Computing Faculty?

We are seeking an exceptional individual to lead and drive excellence in Business education in our large and thriving Academy. The Subject Leader of Business will oversee the resources, curriculum, and environment for all Business courses within the faculty, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for students aged 11-19, including A Level.

The Ideal Candidate Will Be:

• A dynamic and innovative Business teacher with outstanding communication skills.
• Able to demonstrate a strong commitment to raising standards and supporting student progress.
• Experienced in teaching across the full ability range at Key Stages 4 and 5.

Essential Qualifications and Personal Qualities:

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a degree in a relevant subject and have achieved Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) prior to starting the role.
• Be hardworking, enthusiastic, and committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences.
• Have the ability to plan, deliver, and assess effectively, deploying a range of strategies to support learning and personal development.

Key Responsibilities:

As Subject Leader for Business, you will:

• Take full responsibility for the management and analysis of progress and attainment data for all Business courses.
• Monitor student progress, planning and implementing interventions where necessary to ensure all students meet or exceed expected levels of achievement.
• Develop and maintain effective schemes of work for all Business courses.
• Ensure teachers are aware of students' prior learning, achievements, and potential to achieve, using accurate data to inform teaching.
• Implement school curriculum policies for assessment, setting, target setting, recording, and reporting within all Business courses.
• Ensure progression and continuity across Key Stages and between Business courses.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and successful faculty within a large Academy.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.

·       Cycle-to-work Scheme

·       24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme

·       CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion

·       Up to 25% Gym Membership

·       Free staff car park

Remuneration

Annual salary for a qualified teacher will be in accordance with the Plume Academy Teacher Pay Scale, which from appointment for a full-time post currently involves a salary of up to £49,084 plus TLR 2A (£3,391), however, the current salary of the applicant will be taken into consideration in respect of the salary offered. Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1st September each year. Progression through the Teachers’ Pay Scale is subject to an annual performance review process.

Application Process

If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs Dorcas Ologunde, Director of HR (d.olgunde@plume.essex.sch.uk) to arrange a telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our collaborative team.  We will be pleased to discuss the post and provide more information about the post and the academy in general. 

To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy application form (CLICK ON APPLY NOW BUTTON). This must be completed and submitted by the closing date and time stated (unaccompanied CVs or third-party application forms will not be accepted).

Closing Date: noon on Monday, 24 February 2025.

Interviews are likely to take place the same week, however, early applicants may be taken through to interview sooner.

The Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check. The Plume Academy welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.