Founding Head of Economics. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

ARK Schools; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate Head of Economics to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to inspire students and enhance the Economics curriculum in a thriving environment. With a commitment to high standards and exceptional teaching, the successful candidate will benefit from collaborative planning and a supportive culture. You'll be part of a community that values diversity and inclusion, aiming to transform the lives of students in a growing secondary school. If you are dedicated to fostering a love for Economics and making a difference in students' lives, this role is for you.

Benefits

Twice as many training days as standard

Weekly tailored staff training

Coaching and protected co-planning time

Access to high-quality professional development

Qualifications

• Exceptional understanding of Economics and ability to inspire students.
• Experience in delivering engaging lessons and managing classroom behavior.

Responsibilities

• Enhance the success of Economics through engaging classroom experiences.
• Inspire students to pursue Economics beyond Sixth Form.

Skills

Economics

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Economics or related field

Teaching Qualification

Job description

About The Role
Joining Soane now is a unique opportunity to become part of a thriving, collaborative, and growing team committed to the highest standards of student behaviour and effort. We are seeking an exceptional Head of Economics to enhance the success of the subject, making Economics engaging both in and outside the classroom, and inspiring students to pursue Economics beyond Sixth Form. The successful candidate will benefit from working within the Ark Economics network team. They will care deeply about their students and be able to hold them to account with a balance of strictness and warmth. Join us in a positive environment where students are engaged, diligent, and appreciative of their teachers.

Benefits

• Leadership minimizes unnecessary demands on teachers' time, such as meetings, marking, and administrative tasks, allowing focus on effective teaching. The curriculum and resources support collaborative planning, ensuring staff work together to deliver the curriculum effectively.
• We foster an open-door culture with regular, low-stakes feedback and value staff input to continually improve. We host international educators to learn from and collaborate with us.
• We offer twice as many training days as standard, with weekly staff training tailored to our needs.
• All teachers receive coaching and protected co-planning time, alongside access to high-quality professional development.

Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark here.

About Us
We are a new secondary school in Acton, opened in 2021, with 720 students in Years 7-10 from September 2024, launching our GCSE programmes for the first time.
Ark Soane aims to redefine education through a highly academic curriculum and a compelling ethos that transforms the lives of students in a deprived community.
Behaviour is exemplary, enabling delivery of exceptional lessons. Students are fully committed to the school's values and ethos, and they appreciate their education, often expressing gratitude at the end of lessons.
Visit arksoane.org to learn more about us.

Diversity and inclusion:
We strive to build a diverse and inclusive organization where everyone can excel and reach their full potential. We value diverse perspectives to strengthen our community. Learn more about Ark’s diversity and inclusion commitments here.

Safeguarding statement:
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff undergo a rigorous selection process, including an enhanced DBS check. Applicants must disclose any unspent convictions or cautions. Disclosure does not automatically disqualify candidates; it depends on the nature and timing of offenses. Read more about Ark’s safer recruitment here.

Note: We review applications continuously, and this role may close early depending on response. We encourage early application.