Economics Teacher

TeacherActive Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading pay

CPD and professional development

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a highly regarded mainstream secondary school in Bristol seeking an enthusiastic Economics Teacher / Head of Economics to join immediately or in January 2027. The role involves teaching Economics across KS4 and KS5, with opportunities to take on departmental leadership for the Head of Economics position.

The school boasts strong GCSE/A Level results, modern facilities, and a supportive culture with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• QTS with Economics or relevant subject specialism (ECTs welcome)
• Experience teaching Economics across KS4 and KS5
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for Economics
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management
• Leadership potential or previous departmental leadership experience for Head of Economics position

Responsibilities

• Teach Economics across KS4 and KS5
• Deliver engaging and differentiated Economics lessons
• Maintain high classroom expectations and behaviour management
• Support students to achieve excellent academic progress and, for interested candidates, take on departmental leadership responsibilities as Head of Economics

Skills

QTS with Economics

Experience teaching Economics KS4/KS5

Classroom management

Lesson differentiation

Leadership potential

Education

QTS

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.

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

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.

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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.

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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.