Economics Teacher

TeacherActive Limited.; Leigh Woods; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 onboarding support

CPD courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral scheme – £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting an Economics Teacher / Head of Economics for a high-performing Bristol secondary school. The role covers KS4 and KS5 with a view to departmental leadership for the right candidate.

Starting immediately or January 2027, the post offers a competitive M1-UPS3 scale with a TLR where applicable, subject to confirmation.

Qualifications

• QTS with Economics or relevant subject is required.
• Experience teaching Economics KS4/KS5 is essential.
• Strong subject knowledge and classroom management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach Economics across KS4/KS5.
• Potentially lead the Economics department as Head of Economics.
• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons and support student progress.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Excellent classroom management

Leadership potential

Differentiated instruction

Education

QTS with Economics or relevant subject

Job description

Job Title: Economics Teacher / Head of Economics Location: Bristol Start Date: Immediate Start / January 2027 Salary: M1 - UPS3 + TLR (where applicable, subject to confirmation)

Are you a passionate Economics Teacher who can inspire students to develop their understanding of economic principles and the world around them?

Do you have strong classroom management and the ability to deliver engaging Economics lessons across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5?

Are you looking to join a high-achieving secondary school with excellent facilities, a supportive teaching environment and opportunities to develop your career?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a highly regarded mainstream secondary school in Bristol, which is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Economics Teacher / Head of Economics. The school has an excellent reputation for academic achievement, with GCSE and A Level results amongst the strongest in the city, alongside a thriving Sixth Form and a broad, creative curriculum. Staff benefit from a collaborative and ambitious school culture, investment in modern facilities and teaching resources, and a strong commitment to professional development, where high expectations, positive relationships and student wellbeing are at the heart of everything they do.

The school is looking to take on an Economics Teacher / Head of Economics on either a temporary or permanent basis, with an immediate start or January start considered. The successful candidate will teach Economics across Key Stage 4 / KS4 and Key Stage 5 / KS5, delivering engaging lessons, maintaining high classroom expectations and supporting students to achieve excellent academic progress, with the opportunity to take on departmental leadership responsibilities for those interested in the Head of Economics position.

The successful Economics Teacher / Head of Economics will have:

• QTS with an Economics or relevant subject specialism (ECTs are welcome to apply for the teaching position)
• Experience teaching Economics across Key Stage 4 / KS4 and Key Stage 5 / KS5
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for Economics
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• The ability to deliver engaging and differentiated Economics lessons
• Strong leadership potential or previous departmental leadership experience for candidates interested in the Head of Economics position

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

For temporary appointments:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

For permanent appointments, school-specific benefits are subject to confirmation.

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there's no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work