Economics Teacher - Independent School - Kingston uponThames

Economics Teacher - Independent School - Kingston upon Thames Are you an analytical and engaging Economics Teacher who enjoys encouraging students to think about how economic decisions affect individuals, businesses and governments? An independent secondary school in Kingston upon Thames is looking for an enthusiastic Economics Teacher to join its Social Sciences Department. Economics Teacher Role Teaching Economics across KS5, with GCSE Business/Economics experience advantageous Kingston upon Thames MPS1 – UPS3 Salary Full-time, Permanent ASAP Start The successful candidate will primarily teach Economics at Key Stage 5, helping students develop a detailed understanding of both microeconomic and macroeconomic principles. You will teach topics such as markets, competition, market failure, economic growth, inflation, unemployment, taxation, government policy and international trade, depending on the examination specification. The school is looking for someone who can bring economic theory to life through current examples, data analysis and discussion. Students should be encouraged to question economic decisions, evaluate different viewpoints and support their arguments with relevant evidence. You will also be responsible for assessing student progress and preparing pupils for A-Level examinations through structured writing practice, data-response activities and targeted revision. Economics Teacher - School Information The school is an established independent secondary school in Kingston upon Thames with a strong academic environment and a broad programme of enrichment. The Economics Department encourages students to develop a detailed understanding of how economic decisions are made and how these decisions affect wider society. Teachers are supported through collaborative planning and professional development. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to departmental activities and support students beyond their regular classroom lessons where appropriate. Economics Teacher - Experience and Qualifications Economics Degree QTS or recognised teaching qualification Experience teaching Economics Ability to teach KS5 A-Level Economics experience Strong microeconomic and macroeconomic knowledge Excellent analytical skills Confidence interpreting economic data Strong examination preparation skills Effective classroom management Excellent written and verbal communication Salary The salary for this Economics Teacher position will be paid to scale on MPS/UPS, depending on experience and qualifications. Application Please send your application for this Economics Teacher position through as soon as possible. The school is keen to arrange interviews promptly and is looking for someone available to start ASAP.