Economics Lecturer

Morgan Hunt UK Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 76,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established further education college in East London is seeking an Economics Lecturer to inspire and teach students. The role requires planning and delivering lessons, assessing student progress, and creating a supportive learning environment. Candidates should hold a degree in Economics, have classroom management skills, and a recognized teaching qualification. This is a full-time, temporary position starting in September 2025 and offers a pay rate of £38 per hour.

Qualifications

• A degree in Economics or a closely related subject is essential.
• Recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, Cert Ed) or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience delivering Economics in an FE or post-16 setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in Economics at Level 3 and/or HE.
• Assess student work regularly and provide meaningful feedback.
• Create an inclusive learning environment that meets diverse needs.

Skills

Classroom management

Learner-focused approach

Economic theory understanding

Strong organizational skills

Education

Degree in Economics or related field

Recognized teaching qualification

Tools

Online platforms (Teams, Moodle, Google Classroom)

Job description

Job Title: Economics Lecturer

Location: East London

Pay Rate: £38 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary - Ongoing

Start Date: September 2025

Working Hours: Full-time

Economics Lecturer - East London

Our client, a well-established further education college in East London, is seeking a knowledgeable and inspiring Economics Lecturer to join their academic team from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to teach motivated learners and help shape their future in higher education or careers in finance, business, and public policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and interactive lessons in Economics at Level 3 (A-Level or BTEC) and/or HE level
• Develop effective learning materials and schemes of work in line with curriculum standards
• Use blended learning tools and classroom-based methods to deliver content
• Assess student work regularly, provide meaningful feedback, and monitor academic progress
• Prepare students for internal and external assessments
• Create an inclusive, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of a diverse student cohort
• Track student attendance and performance, and provide pastoral support where necessary
• Participate in curriculum planning, quality assurance, and team meetings
• Coordinate enrichment opportunities or guest speakers to enhance the subject delivery

Essential Criteria:

• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, Cert Ed) or a willingness to work towards one
• A degree in Economics or a closely related subject (e.g., Finance, Business, Econometrics)
• Experience delivering Economics in an FE or post-16 setting (e.g., A-Level, BTEC)
• A sound understanding of economic theory, practical application, and current global economic trends
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills
• A learner-focused approach and a passion for teaching
• Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain one)

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience teaching Access to HE or HE-level Economics
• Familiarity with awarding bodies such as AQA, Edexcel, or BTEC
• Confident using online platforms such as Teams, Moodle, or Google Classroom

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.