Head of Faculty – Business, Economics and Social Sciences
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and inspiring Head of Faculty to lead and oversee our well-established and high performing Social Sciences team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner ready to take their first steps into departmental leadership, or for an existing Head of Department looking to lead a larger and more vibrant faculty.
The successful candidate will receive strong support and have access to a wide range of professional development opportunities both within and beyond the department. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to high standards, professional excellence and academic achievement, and who is eager to grow their practice in a collaborative, forward thinking environment. Our departments work closely together, valuing each member’s personality, skills, interests and strengths. A genuine passion for Business, Economics, Psychology or Sociology, a commitment to inspiring young people, and a willingness to go the extra mile to help students achieve their potential are essential. The ability to teach Economics to A Level is required.
Our Business and Economics departments deliver a rich and diverse curriculum that empowers students to think strategically, understand the global business environment, and apply their learning to real world situations. Students develop logical thinking, problem solving abilities and entrepreneurial skills in an innovative and supportive atmosphere.
Business Studies is a popular GCSE choice, with around 40% of Year 11 students studying the subject. In 2025, 81% achieved a grade 4 or above, with 42% attaining grade 7 or higher. At A Level, both Business and Economics are well subscribed and achieved excellent results in 2025, with 94% of Business students and 100% of Economics students achieving A*–C grades.
In Psychology, students explore human behaviour and learn how psychological research supports an ever changing society. Results in 2025 were excellent, with over 89% of A Level students achieving grades A*–C.
In Sociology, students develop curiosity, critical thinking and an appreciation of diversity while learning to understand and challenge the world around them. In 2025, more than 82% of A Level students achieved grades A*–C.
All members of the faculty are subject specialists who are passionate about their disciplines and committed to continually developing their practice. The team works closely together to create high quality resources and provides strong mutual support.
St John the Baptist School (SJB) is a highly successful school where staff thrive and careers flourish. Our students have a genuine desire to learn, enabling teachers to teach effectively in a positive classroom environment. Staff wellbeing is a priority, and we believe the best learning happens when staff feel valued, supported, and appreciated.
If you would like to learn more about the role, meet the team, or discuss the opportunity further, please contact us.
Location: Woking, Surrey - 15 minute walk from the train station and excellent transport links via A3 and M25
Post: Head of Faculty (Business, Economics and Social Sciences)
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Start Date: September 2026
Pay Scale: London Fringe - MPS / UPS / TLR 1
Closing Date: 9am on Thursday 16 April - The school reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advised application closing date should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible.
About our School
St John the Baptist School, part of the Xavier Catholic Education Trust, is a highly successful, over-subscribed mixed Catholic school and sixth form based in Woking, Surrey.
We are incredibly proud of our school community and in particular our students who are hardworking, well-balanced and enjoy both learning and spending time with each other and our staff. We work in a very positive culture and strive to make all students’ time at school some of the happiest times of their lives.
Our staff are vibrant, enthusiastic, and passionate about ensuring our students get the very best deal. Standards at SJB are high and academic progress excellent. We work closely with the Xavier Teaching School Hub, Teach SouthEast SCITT and Schools Alliance for Excellence (SAfE) and lead the North East Hants and Surrey Maths Hub.
Our Ethos:
SJB is a community where every individual is highly valued and where care and concern for others is central to our work. We aim to blend academic learning with excellence pastoral care so that all students and staff thrive and feel successful.
We offer an excellent benefits package including:
• All teachers are allocated 15% PPA time; above the legal minimum required.
• An extensive range of benefits and discounts with ‘Mylifestyle’, our employee benefits hub including pre-tax car purchasing, cycle to work, dental care and many retailer discounts.
• Free use of the onsite gym (6-8am and 5-8pm weekdays)
• Generous Pension Scheme
• Excellent onsite catering facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Regular staff social events calendared throughout the year
Get in touch if you would like to come and visit us and find out more about this vacancy!
