Head of Business Studies, Economics & Computing

TLR 2c £8,231

Full Time and Permanent

Start date: September 2026

Close date: Friday 15th May 2026 at 9am

Interview date: tbc

MPS/UPS

Number of students: 900

Please note – We reserve the right to interview and employ the right candidate before the closing date.

Due to expansion and growth in student numbers, this is an exciting time to join Abbeyfield School. Our recent ‘Good’ Ofsted rating (November 2022) highlighted that ‘Staff are proud of the school and enjoy working at it. Leaders and Governors are supportive of staff’s workload and well-being'. As a result, both the leaders and students are looking for high-calibre staff who are committed to delivering outstanding teaching and learning opportunities for all.

In October 2025 Abbeyfield School became part of The Athelstan Trust, one of the leading educational trusts in the South West.

The Athelstan Trust is a successful and growing Multi-Academy Trust consisting of six secondary schools and four primary schools in Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, and South Gloucestershire. We currently employ over 750 people and educate 5,000 pupils and plan to expand further over the coming years.

We are seeking to make the appointment of a talented and enthusiastic Head of Business Studies to join our thriving Business department. As a member of the team you will be well-supported by a team of dynamic teachers who are passionate about creating motivated students who become lifelong learners. In terms of results we have consistently outperformed the national average with 70% + students achieving a grade 4 or higher in their GCSE’s with an ALPS rating of 3 or higher over recent years. At A-Level and BTEC we have seen similar results with ALPS scores of 3 or higher in all KS5 subjects offered. Experience of, or an ability to teach Economics would be desirable qualities for this position.

The successful applicant will have the exciting opportunity to lead a highly motivated team who are fully committed to developing students to fulfil their potential.

All our staff receive professional CPD opportunities much of which draws on our links with the Trust as well as the opportunities provided by the National College and NPQ qualifications.

Additional information

Abbeyfield is a community school which occupies purpose-built premises. It is situated in a beautiful location, within commuting distance of Bath, Bristol and Swindon. The school was inspected in November 2022 and we pledge to offer the following:

• Excellent students who will work with you to achieve the highest standards

• A high-performing and growing school

• Excellent leadership, which believes in rapid and sustainable leadership

• A thriving sixth form where pupils make strong progress

• Friendly and welcoming pupils who thrive in an atmosphere of tolerance and understanding

For further information, please see our website under ‘joining us’ or contact reception.

To apply follow the link to Mynewterm on our website.

Please note - Due to safeguarding, we ONLY accept completed online applications through Mynewterm, we do not accept CV’s.

The Athelstan Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check along with standard pre-employment safeguarding checks. As the role includes working with children, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must, therefore, disclose all spent and unspent convictions. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates before interview. Please also be aware that you will be subject to an online check and that you may be questioned about the findings of such a check at your interview.

We are a flexible working employer, and we are willing to make any reasonable adjustments you require during your interview so please ask us.