Economics Teacher

WAYMAN Education; Swindon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Hillingdon is looking for an experienced Economics Teacher to inspire students and enrich their understanding of global economies. The role involves delivering engaging lessons and fostering critical thinking while supporting a vibrant school community. Candidates should be qualified, passionate about economics, and ready to lead academic initiatives. Excellent career progression and professional development opportunities are available.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Supportive department

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Qualified Economics Teacher with a passion for economics and innovative teaching.
• Proven ability to differentiate instruction for diverse academic levels.
• Experience in leading academic initiatives and clubs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3-5.
• Employ creative teaching methods like case studies and simulations.
• Empower students to evaluate economic data and formulate arguments.
• Contribute to economics clubs and academic conferences.

Skills

Creative teaching methods

Analytical skills

Passion for economics

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent

Job description

Economics Teacher

Location: Hillingdon

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a truly astute and analytical Economics Teacher to join a forward-thinking and globally minded school in Hillingdon. The successful candidate will demystify the complex interplay of supply, demand, and resource allocation through engaging, incisive, and highly relevant lessons, inspiring students to develop a profound critical understanding of local, national, and global economies. At our school, economics is not just a discipline; it is the essential framework for understanding societal choices, public policy, and the forces shaping our interconnected world. We embrace groundbreaking pedagogical approaches, seamlessly integrating real-time current affairs, advanced econometric analysis, sophisticated digital modelling, and rigorous policy debates into our intellectually stimulating curriculum.

The Role

The Economics Teacher will:

• Deliver high-quality, intellectually challenging lessons across Key Stages 3-5, cultivating a deep understanding of economic theories and their applications.
• Employ creative and analytical teaching methods, including in-depth case studies, complex economic modelling, and interactive policy simulations.
• Empower students to critically evaluate economic data, formulate reasoned arguments, and understand the implications of economic decisions.
• Actively contribute to the wider school community through thriving economics clubs, debating societies, and academic conferences.

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a qualified Economics Teacher (QTS/QTLS or equivalent) who:

• Possesses an unyielding passion for economics, its theoretical underpinnings, and innovative teaching.
• Is exceptionally skilled in devising creative and engaging learning experiences that deeply inspire students.
• Demonstrates a proven ability to differentiate instruction to both support and rigorously challenge learners across all academic abilities.
• Works seamlessly as part of a collaborative team and is eager to lead school-wide academic and global awareness initiatives.

Why Join Our School?

• A vibrant and intellectually stimulating learning environment that passionately celebrates critical thinking and informed discourse.
• A highly supportive and collegial department with a shared commitment to fostering deep understanding of global systems.
• Exceptional opportunities for continuous professional development and robust career progression.
• A unique chance to conceptualise and lead exciting, student-driven research projects and policy discussions.

Start Date: September

This is a phenomenal opportunity for an Economics Teacher seeking to inspire the next generation of economists, policy-makers, and globally aware citizens.

To apply, please submit a CV as soon as possible!