Head of Business
| Posting date: | 19 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Abbey Gate College's Pay Scales |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 June 2026 |
| Location: | Saighton, Chester |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Abbey Gate College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Role: Head of Business
Age Range Taught: 14 - 18
Contract: Full time, permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Abbey Gate College's Pay Scales
Please visit our website at: https://www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/ for further details, including a full job description, person specification and application form for completion.
We are seeking a well-qualified, experienced, and caring Head of Business to join our highly successful and popular department, from September 2026, on a full time, permanent basis.
Applications from candidates interested in part time employment will be considered.
We encourage applicants to view our other current vacancies, as there may be flexibility to combine roles and hours for the right candidate. We also welcome informal contact, from anyone who feels our College may be the right fit for them, to further discuss current opportunities, as there is flexibility across hours and subjects to suit the strengths of successful candidates.
The successful candidate should be a highly effective practitioner with excellent subject knowledge, a passion for Business, and a proven track record of leading strong pupil engagement, progress, and examination outcomes in the subject.
Applications from ECTs are welcome.
As we anticipate a high level of interest in this role, please note that applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We may interview and appoint a suitable candidate prior to the official closing date of Monday 8th June 2026 at midday; therefore, early applications are encouraged.
Business is taught at GCSE in Key Stage 4 and A Level in the Sixth Form.
The Business Department is dynamic and resourceful and works to enthuse students, as well as encourage them to become independent learners.
Our academic results are extremely strong and well above national average.
Employee Benefits
• Beautiful buildings and stunning grounds in a rural setting, just outside of Chester
• Friendly and supportive colleagues with a strong community feel
• Small class sizes, up to 24 at KS4 and 16 at Sixth Form
• Committed, respectful, and friendly students
• A generous non-contact allocation
• Complementary lunch for all colleagues
• A Defined Contribution Pension Scheme, with Royal London, with an 18% employer’s contribution and a minimum employee’s contribution of 6% (AVCs optional)
• A Death in Service benefit of 3 x annual salary
• Discounted school fees
• Access to our extensive Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling provision
• Trade Union Recognition
• Free onsite parking
Applicants are recommended to read the College’s most recent ISI inspection report, from November 2025, which describes further the unique ethos of our school (available at: https://www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk/about-us/inspection-reports/).
Safeguarding & Child Protection:
Abbey Gate College is committed, as a priority, to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants will, therefore, be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and online checks. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to interview; please inform your referees.
Whilst criminal convictions are not necessarily a bar to appointment, this safety consideration will be central to all decisions regarding the employment of staff, approval of volunteers, and standards of external contractors.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and to treating all staff with dignity and respect. Therefore, applications from individuals are encouraged, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
Process for Applications:
• Closing date for applications: Monday 8th June 2026 at midday
In order to apply for our Head of Business vacancy, please complete our Abbey Gate College application form (available at https://www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/).
Please also include a covering letter, which should be addressed to our Head, Mr Craig Jenkinson, outlining your interest in, and suitability for, the role and the College.
Your completed application form and covering letter should be returned via email to Mrs Sue Moran, HR and Staff Wellbeing Manager, at: sue.moran@abbeygatecollege.co.uk.
Should you require any additional information or assistance regarding your application, please also contact Sue Moran. Please visit our website at www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk for more information about the College.
Age Range Taught: 14 - 18
Contract: Full time, permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Abbey Gate College's Pay Scales
Please visit our website at: https://www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/ for further details, including a full job description, person specification and application form for completion.
We are seeking a well-qualified, experienced, and caring Head of Business to join our highly successful and popular department, from September 2026, on a full time, permanent basis.
Applications from candidates interested in part time employment will be considered.
We encourage applicants to view our other current vacancies, as there may be flexibility to combine roles and hours for the right candidate. We also welcome informal contact, from anyone who feels our College may be the right fit for them, to further discuss current opportunities, as there is flexibility across hours and subjects to suit the strengths of successful candidates.
The successful candidate should be a highly effective practitioner with excellent subject knowledge, a passion for Business, and a proven track record of leading strong pupil engagement, progress, and examination outcomes in the subject.
Applications from ECTs are welcome.
As we anticipate a high level of interest in this role, please note that applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We may interview and appoint a suitable candidate prior to the official closing date of Monday 8th June 2026 at midday; therefore, early applications are encouraged.
Business is taught at GCSE in Key Stage 4 and A Level in the Sixth Form.
The Business Department is dynamic and resourceful and works to enthuse students, as well as encourage them to become independent learners.
Our academic results are extremely strong and well above national average.
Employee Benefits
• Beautiful buildings and stunning grounds in a rural setting, just outside of Chester
• Friendly and supportive colleagues with a strong community feel
• Small class sizes, up to 24 at KS4 and 16 at Sixth Form
• Committed, respectful, and friendly students
• A generous non-contact allocation
• Complementary lunch for all colleagues
• A Defined Contribution Pension Scheme, with Royal London, with an 18% employer’s contribution and a minimum employee’s contribution of 6% (AVCs optional)
• A Death in Service benefit of 3 x annual salary
• Discounted school fees
• Access to our extensive Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling provision
• Trade Union Recognition
• Free onsite parking
Applicants are recommended to read the College’s most recent ISI inspection report, from November 2025, which describes further the unique ethos of our school (available at: https://www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk/about-us/inspection-reports/).
Safeguarding & Child Protection:
Abbey Gate College is committed, as a priority, to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants will, therefore, be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and online checks. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to interview; please inform your referees.
Whilst criminal convictions are not necessarily a bar to appointment, this safety consideration will be central to all decisions regarding the employment of staff, approval of volunteers, and standards of external contractors.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and to treating all staff with dignity and respect. Therefore, applications from individuals are encouraged, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
Process for Applications:
• Closing date for applications: Monday 8th June 2026 at midday
In order to apply for our Head of Business vacancy, please complete our Abbey Gate College application form (available at https://www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/).
Please also include a covering letter, which should be addressed to our Head, Mr Craig Jenkinson, outlining your interest in, and suitability for, the role and the College.
Your completed application form and covering letter should be returned via email to Mrs Sue Moran, HR and Staff Wellbeing Manager, at: sue.moran@abbeygatecollege.co.uk.
Should you require any additional information or assistance regarding your application, please also contact Sue Moran. Please visit our website at www.abbeygatecollege.co.uk for more information about the College.