Head of Social Sciences (Business, Economics & Sociology) – Secondary Academy in Salisbury (January Start)
A high-performing secondary academy in Salisbury, Wiltshire, is seeking a strategic, ambitious Head of Social Sciences to lead its Business Studies, Economics, and Sociology teaching team on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.
Job Overview
The Head of Social Sciences takes strategic responsibility for curriculum design, quality assurance, internal moderation, and student attainment across GCSE, A-Level, and vocational pathways in Business, Economics, and Sociology.
Working alongside faculty colleagues and senior leadership, you will lead department line management, refine schemes of work, manage internal controlled assessment moderation, and oversee Sixth Form academic results. This is a full-time, permanent contract.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction and quality assurance across Business Studies, Economics, and Sociology pathways
Teach high-rigor lessons in your primary subject specialism across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5
Line-manage and mentor department teaching staff, conducting peer observations and CPD sessions
Oversee vocational portfolio moderation (BTEC/CTEC) and controlled assessment procedures
Analyze assessment data to implement targeted revision workshops and academic intervention programs
Manage departmental budgets, digital resource subscriptions, and exam board submissions
Role Overview & Specifications
Start Date: January
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract
Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire
Salary / Pay Rate: TLR2 / TLR1 or Leadership Scale equivalent
Key Curriculum: AQA / Edexcel / Pearson BTEC / WJEC
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS, QTLS) with an honors degree in Business, Economics, Sociology, or related field
Demonstrated track record of driving strong GCSE and A-Level outcomes across social science subjects
Prior experience in departmental coordination, key stage leadership, or vocational moderation
An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time, permanent Head of Social Sciences position in Salisbury for a January start.
- Location
- Salisbury
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