Economics Teacher

Smart Teachers is working with a highly regarded independent school in South East London to recruit an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Economics Teacher.

About the role

• Teaching Economics across Key Stage 5.
• Temporary contract starting in September 2026.
• Part-time position working 2.5 days per week.
• Planning, delivering and assessing high-quality lessons.
• Monitoring student progress and providing effective feedback.
• Contributing positively to the wider life of the department where appropriate.

About the school

• Highly successful independent school in South East London.
• Outstanding academic reputation with excellent student behaviour.
• Supportive and collaborative teaching environment.
• Well-resourced classrooms and strong leadership.
• Easily accessible via public transport.

Requirements

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

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Experience teaching Economics to A Level
• Strong subject knowledge and excellent classroom practice
• High expectations of student achievement and behaviour
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

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].