Economics Teacher

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of Economics to join a high-performing and ambitious secondary academy.

About the role

• Teach Economics across KS4 and KS5, ensuring high standards of attainment and progress
• Plan and deliver engaging, challenging, and well-structured lessons
• Develop students’ understanding of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and real-world application
• Support students in developing exam technique and analytical writing skills
• Contribute to curriculum planning, resources, and departmental development
• Monitor, assess, and report on student progress in line with school policies
• Use data effectively to inform teaching and targeted intervention
• Support students through enrichment activities, revision sessions, and exam preparation
• Contribute to the wider life of the school as required

About the school

Staff work collaboratively within well-structured departments that benefit from shared planning, high-quality resources, and a clear focus on teaching and learning. There is a strong culture of professional development, with regular opportunities for training, coaching, and career progression.

Behaviour across the school is consistently well managed, allowing teachers to focus on delivering engaging and challenging lessons. The school places a strong emphasis on consistency, routines, and positive relationships to support effective learning.

Requirements

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

• Experience teaching A-Level Economics
• Ability to contribute to Business Studies teaching
• Familiarity with current examination specifications (e.g. AQA, Edexcel)
• Experience supporting students from diverse backgrounds
• Evidence of strong examination results and student progress outcomes

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].