Subject Leader of Economics

2 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre Full time

We are seeking a well-qualified, innovative and enthusiastic Subject Leader for Economics. The successful candidate will have a passion for their subject, a proven track record in producing excellent subject results and student outcomes, the ability to demonstrate excellent leadership and management skills, and a commitment to raising achievement.

You should be a highly motivated and successful practitioner who is willing to contribute to all aspects of the school vision and the many extra-curricular activities that the department offers.

The successful candidate will work closely with other Curriculum Leaders and the senior team. As such, it is a great opportunity for an aspiring senior leader. Our middle leader development programme is excellent.

Why Highdown School?

We are a Good School with many outstanding features which continues to rapidly improve.We are committed to staff professional learning and leadership development for all staff, at all levels.We provide highly regarded professional learning and Coaching for Excellence programmes.We have adopted a 'Fair Workload Charter'.Staff have subsidised access to Highdown Sport and Leisure facilities. We are on a journey to becoming a 'regional centre of excellence'. Why not join us? Closing date: 12 May 2024

For details and an application form visit our website: . Please return your completed application form to Miss Nicci Burns, Headteacher's PA, by email on

Highdown School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare ofyoung people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are also trained in safer recruitment and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhancedDBS check and a 'Prohibition from Teaching' check.



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