Eltham College - Head of Business

Summary

We are seeking to appoint a highly professional and inspirational Head of Business to lead the new Business department. The teaching of Business, which will be introduced to the Sixth Form curriculum as an A level option from September 2027.

Detail

Job Title: Head of Business

Hours of Work: Full time

Reports to: Deputy Head Academic

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The Headmaster and CEO of Eltham College Family of Schools is seeking to appoint a highly professional and inspirational Head of Business to lead the new Business department. The teaching of Business, which will be introduced to the Sixth Form curriculum as an A level option from September 2027. The post holder will be expected to work closely with the Head of Economics. The ability to teach Economics or another academic subject would be advantageous and may provide additional opportunities within the timetable, although it is not essential.

Please note the list of duties in the job description is indicative and not exhaustive. All members of staff are also expected to carry out any tasks that may reasonably be required by the Headmaster according to the normal practice of an independent school.

Eltham College is a highly successful independent day school in south-east London, educating boys and girls aged 7 to 18 across both Junior and Senior Schools. The College has grown considerably over recent years: there are now over 800 students in the Senior School and around 260 pupils in the Junior School and places are heavily oversubscribed. Since 2020, girls have been able to join Years 3 and 7, mirroring the Sixth Form which has been coeducational for over 45 years. The school places an equal emphasis on academic, pastoral and co-curricular excellence and has an outstanding reputation in all three areas as well as for the friendly, unpretentious nature of daily life.

A highly competitive salary is available, together with a clear programme of staff development and opportunities for promotion. Accommodation may also be available.

For more information about the role, please review the full job description in the candidate information pack via the 'Job Description' link below

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Application closing date: 8am on Monday 23 November 2026

Interviews to take place on Friday 27 November 2026

(Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Eltham College reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made).

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We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. Candidates will be assessed against relevant criteria only (i.e. skills, qualifications, abilities, experience).

Eltham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants undergo enhanced child protection screening relevant to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

Documents

• 2026.11-Head of Business Candidate Information Pack PDF Document