Economics Teacher

Philosophy Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Economics Teacher for a secondary school in Redbridge. The role involves delivering A-level Economics lessons and supporting Business Studies. Applicants should have a strong academic background in Economics and the ability to inspire students. This full-time position starts in January 2026 or sooner and offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experienced teacher/lecturer with proven ability to deliver the AQA A-level Economics curriculum.
• Strong commitment to developing students' independence and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver A-level (KS5) Economics lessons following the AQA curriculum.
• Support with Business Studies or related subjects at KS4 if needed.

Skills

Ability to inspire

Analytical skills

Subject knowledge in Economics

Education

Strong academic background in Economics or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Economics Teacher — Start date: January 2026 or sooner. Contract: Full-time, Ongoing. School type: Secondary School with Sixth Form. Location: Redbridge.

Role and Responsibilities

• Deliver A-level (KS5) Economics lessons following the AQA Economics curriculum.
• You may also be asked to support with Business Studies or related subjects at KS4.

What Students Study

• Year 12: Core knowledge of microeconomics and macroeconomics, markets, supply and demand, pricing, market structures, and the causes of market failure.
• Year 13: Government policies, international trade, and financial markets; study of macroeconomic performance and policy, including questions such as growth, trade factors, and whether interest rates should rise or fall.

Person Specification / Qualifications

• Experienced teacher/lecturer with proven ability to deliver the AQA A-level Economics curriculum.
• Strong academic background in Economics or a related discipline.
• Ability to inspire, challenge, and support students of all abilities.
• Commitment to developing students\' independence, analytical skills, and ability to apply theory in context.

The School

This large and diverse secondary school has been rated “Good” by Ofsted and is recognised for its strong leadership and culture of high expectations. Students benefit from a broad and engaging curriculum that offers both academic and vocational pathways, alongside a wide-ranging enrichment programme. Staff are supported by an approachable and experienced leadership team, a strong CPD programme, and a culture that values professional growth and wellbeing.

Application Note

If you are motivated by the idea of shaping young minds and equipping students with the skills to understand and evaluate the economic world, we would love to hear from you.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this time, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.