Early application is encouraged as we are hoping to interview and appoint as soon as possible. School 21 reserves the right to close applications early and make an appointment at any stage.
School 21 is a pioneering 4 to 18 school in Stratford, East London that is developing a rich curriculum and a range of exciting pedagogies. This is your chance to lead a committed business team who believe in fostering critical thinking, analytical skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset, hence preparing students to navigate the complexities of the global economic landscape.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Head of Business who is excited to lead a department focused on continual development and striving for the very best outcomes at GCSE and A-Level.
Currently, we teach Business GCSE at Year 10 and Year 11, with a cohort size of 25 and our A-Level Business is very popular with 40+ students in the cohort. Whilst there is a strong commitment to exam skills and success, we believe that developing the whole student with a Head, Heart, Hand curriculum is key.
Across the department we believe in continual development of ourselves and each other. We work on collaborative planning, with plentiful feedback given, to ensure our curriculum supports all students and we work in groups to develop our classroom craft.
The successful candidate will be:
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School 21 is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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The qualities we look for in our staff are reflected in our values and we look for people who are passionate about our mission and are keen to collaborate to ensure the best possible outcome for our students, families and communities.
We look to create an enabling, engaging, psychologically safe and collaborative culture and look to recruit staff of all levels and backgrounds.
We are proud to offer family friendly policies including flexible working, shared parental and adoption leave plus a maternity return to work programme
We are passionate about supporting our staff through our Menopause policy
We offer 26 days annual leave for our full time staff which rises to 28 days after 3 years of service and 31 days after 5 years’ service
Free 24/7 counselling, legal and information line
Online Healthy living and financial support portal
Lifestyle discounts to High Street shops, restaurants etc
Free online monthly Yoga classes
Free Flu vaccinations (if you are not eligible via the NHS)
Access to Big Education leadership courses Big 8 and Big Leadership Adventure
Access to our CPD hub for online courses
We support external study routes linked to your role
All staff annual Inset day
We are proud to be a London living wage employer
You’re entitled to the scheme from day one, helping you plan for the future
Electric car scheme, to help reduce our carbon footprint
Cycle to work scheme
Interest free travel season ticket loan
My Gym and My Active discount schemes
Technology IT scheme
Free mindfulness Headspace app
Free Will writing
Staff Discounts
We encourage both pupils and staff to think about the environment and how their actions will impact upon their local surroundings, as well as the global environment.
We create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
We are committed to supporting our staff and applicants to be their authentic selves in the workplace without judgement and ensuring that diverse communities are celebrated.
Join us in making a positive impact on society through our school community engagement initiatives. Check out our school websites and socials for details!
School 21,
Pitchford Street,
Stratford,
London,
E15 4RZ
Big Education Trust,
Sugar House Lane,
Stratford,
London,
E15 2QS