Head of Economics and Business
Part-time
September 2026
Wells Cathedral School seeks to appoint an outstanding and committed professional to lead the Economics and Business Department.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic leadership and development of the department and for the delivery of high-quality teaching at A Level Economics. They will contribute actively to departmental improvement through the sharing of best practice and by providing appropriate support and extension for pupils.
In addition to teaching responsibilities, the post-holder may be offered associated pastoral and general duties and be willing to play an active role in the co-curricular life of the School. At all times, they will act in accordance with the School’s ethos, aims, and policies.
Qualified Teacher Status and secure knowledge and understanding of the concepts and skills essential to success for pupils in A level Economics and Business are essential for this role.
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated educator to make a significant contribution to the academic and wider life of the School.
Closing date: Monday 23 February 2026, 12 noon
A date for the Interviews is to be scheduled
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Wells Cathedral School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.
For further details, please download an application pack
Application Pack
Application Form
Wells Cathedral School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, and obtaining an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services certificate. In addition, as part of the shortlisting process we will carry out an online search as part of the School’s due diligence.
All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must therefore declare all previous convictions and cautions, including those which would normally be considered “spent” except those received for an offence committed in the United Kingdom if it has been filtered in accordance with the DBS filtering rules.
September 2026
Wells Cathedral School seeks to appoint an outstanding and committed professional to lead the Economics and Business Department.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic leadership and development of the department and for the delivery of high-quality teaching at A Level Economics. They will contribute actively to departmental improvement through the sharing of best practice and by providing appropriate support and extension for pupils.
In addition to teaching responsibilities, the post-holder may be offered associated pastoral and general duties and be willing to play an active role in the co-curricular life of the School. At all times, they will act in accordance with the School’s ethos, aims, and policies.
Qualified Teacher Status and secure knowledge and understanding of the concepts and skills essential to success for pupils in A level Economics and Business are essential for this role.
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated educator to make a significant contribution to the academic and wider life of the School.
Closing date: Monday 23 February 2026, 12 noon
A date for the Interviews is to be scheduled
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Wells Cathedral School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.
For further details, please download an application pack
Application Pack
Application Form
Wells Cathedral School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, and obtaining an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services certificate. In addition, as part of the shortlisting process we will carry out an online search as part of the School’s due diligence.
All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must therefore declare all previous convictions and cautions, including those which would normally be considered “spent” except those received for an offence committed in the United Kingdom if it has been filtered in accordance with the DBS filtering rules.
