Head of Economics and Business

Claremont is seeking a Head of Economics and Business to join our school in September 2027 or sooner. The Economics and Business department is a thriving and highly successful area of the school, with strong uptake at both GCSE and A level. At GCSE, there are currently four classes across Years 10 and 11. At A level, over half of each year group typically studies either Economics or Business. Results in both disciplines are outstanding, with very strong value-added. This opportunity arises following the retirement of the current Head of Department. We are looking for a Head of Department who can: Provide strong and effective leadership to the department Deliver high-quality lessons that challenge, support and engage learners of all abilities Contribute fully to the academic, co-curricular and pastoral life of the school Teach Economics and Business to Year 13 Curriculum leadership experience would be an advantage, but aspiring leaders are also encouraged to apply. Further details can be found in the job description. Why Claremont? Claremont is a warm, grounded and truly co-educational day school community where children thrive because they are encouraged to be themselves while striving for their best. Our ethos rejects hot-house culture; instead, we pair academic aspiration with kindness, curiosity and breadth of opportunity. Benefits include a very generous defined contribution scheme, which offers teachers flexibility around both employer and employee contribution levels, comprehensive life assurance and income protection, staff fee remission (for eligible staff upon successful completion of probationary period), and a cycle-to-work scheme, as well as complimentary lunches and refreshments during term time.* *Please refer to the benefits section under our “working at Claremont” page of our website. To apply, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. Closing date: 9.00am on Monday, 27 July 2026 Applications will be considered as they are received.