Economics Teacher

TeacherActive Limited.; West of England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD Courses and certificates

Referral scheme - up to £100

Market leading rates of pay

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a highly regarded mainstream secondary school in Bristol, seeking an Economics Teacher / Head of Economics to join on a temporary or permanent basis, with an immediate or January 2027 start.

You will teach Economics to KS4/KS5, maintain high classroom expectations, and have the opportunity to lead the Economics department for ambitious candidates. QTS with Economics or a related subject is required.

Qualifications

• QTS with Economics or a relevant subject is required.
• Experience teaching Economics KS4/KS5.
• Strong subject knowledge in Economics.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management.
• Ability to deliver engaging and differentiated Economics lessons.
• Strong leadership potential or prior dept leadership experience if aiming for Head of Economics.

Responsibilities

• Teach Economics to KS4/KS5 across the curriculum.
• Maintain high classroom expectations and student engagement.
• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Potential to lead the Economics department for eligible candidates.

Skills

Classroom management

Leadership potential

Passion for Economics

Education

QTS (Economics or related)

Job description

South West/ permanent / £34,068 - 52,835 per year

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.

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.