Economics Teacher

Smart Teachers is working with a high-achieving secondary school in Redbridge seeking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic Economics Teacher to join from September 2026

About the role

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and challenging Economics lessons across Key Stage 5, inspiring students to develop a strong understanding of economic theory and its real-world applications. The department has a strong track record of academic success and is well-resourced, providing an excellent environment for both students and staff.

About the school

This ambitious and inclusive secondary academy serves a diverse community in East London and is committed to ensuring every student achieves their full potential. The school has established a strong reputation for high expectations, excellent pastoral care, and a culture where students are encouraged to be resilient, respectful, and aspirational.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Economics Teacher you will:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification
• Has experience teaching Economics at A Level
• Demonstrates excellent subject knowledge and a passion for Economics
• Has high expectations for student achievement and behaviour.
• s committed to contributing to the wider life of the school

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable teaching experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].