Economics Teacher - Highly Achieving School - Richmond

Economics Teacher - Full-time, Permanent (September 2025 Start)

Are you a passionate and knowledgeable Economics Teacher eager to inspire high-achieving students in Richmond? We are seeking a dedicated educator to join our thriving Business and Economics department, starting September 2025. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a school committed to academic excellence.

About Our Learning Community:

Our highly achieving school is dedicated to providing a challenging and stimulating education that prepares students for success at top universities and beyond. We foster a culture of intellectual curiosity and encourage students to develop their analytical and problem-solving skills. Our Business and Economics department is a collaborative team committed to delivering a rigorous and engaging curriculum.

About the Role:

• Deliver engaging and challenging Economics lessons across Key Stages 4 and 5, following relevant examination specifications.
• Plan and prepare high-quality lessons that cater to the needs of academically gifted students, incorporating diverse economic perspectives and methodologies.
• Utilize a range of teaching methods and resources, including economic models, data analysis, debates, and research projects, to enhance student learning.
• Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and support individual learning journeys, fostering a deep understanding of economic concepts and skills.
• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Economics examinations, ensuring they have a strong understanding of assessment criteria and economic scholarship.
• Contribute to the development of the Economics curriculum and resources, integrating current economic issues and research findings.
• Foster a love of economics in students, encouraging them to develop their analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, and to appreciate the complexity of the global economy.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a cohesive and supportive learning environment, and to contribute to the wider academic life of the school.
• Organize and lead economics-related activities, such as debating societies and visits to financial institutions, promoting intellectual engagement and practical application of economic principles.

Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong subject knowledge in Economics, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics.
• Demonstrated ability to teach Economics across Key Stages 4 and 5, including A-Level.
• Experience in preparing students for GCSE and A-Level Economics examinations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate high-achieving students.
• A passion for economics and a commitment to fostering economic inquiry and scholarship.
• Ability to organize and lead economics-related activities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Full-time, permanent position, starting September 2025.
• Competitive salary (MPS/UPS + Outer London Weighting).
• Opportunity to work in a highly achieving and intellectually stimulating environment.
• Access to excellent economics resources and facilities.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Contribute to a team of dedicated economists and educators.

To Apply:

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