Economics Teacher – Inspiring Secondary School & Sixth Form in Leicester
- Permanent, Full-time
Job Title: Economics Teacher
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
School Type: 11–18 Secondary School & Sixth Form
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: MPS / UPS
Role Overview
An inspiring secondary school and sixth form in Leicester is seeking a passionate, knowledgeable, and dynamic Economics Teacher to join their Business & Social Sciences faculty ASAP. In this key Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 role, you will deliver high-quality Economics lessons across GCSE and A-Level, introducing students to microeconomic and macroeconomic theories, market structures, financial systems, and global economic policy. You will foster critical thinking, guide students in evaluating real-world economic trends, and prepare sixth-form students for higher education and national examinations. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers are equally encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, high-quality Economics lessons across Key Stage 4 (GCSE) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level) in alignment with AQA, Edexcel, or OCR specifications.
Teach core microeconomic concepts (supply and demand, market failure, elasticity) and macroeconomic topics (fiscal policy, inflation, economic growth, international trade).
Guide students in quantitative analysis, data interpretation, essay structuring, and critical evaluation of contemporary national and international economic issues.
Track and evaluate pupil progress using formative assessments, practice exam essays, and mock examinations to maximize A-Level and GCSE attainment.
Provide targeted academic support, stretch challenges for high-attaining students aiming for top university courses, and guidance on UCAS applications.
Collaborate with faculty colleagues to refine schemes of work, share resources, and lead enrichment activities such as student investment competitions or economics clubs.
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Economics or a closely related discipline (e.g., Finance, Business Economics).
Recognized UK teaching qualification with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or QTLS.
Proven teaching experience or strong placement record delivering secondary Economics, with up-to-date knowledge of current A-Level exam board specifications.
Excellent subject knowledge, essay-marking proficiency, and classroom management capabilities.
Legal right to work in the UK.
School Highlights & Benefits
High-performing Sixth Form with engaged, motivated students and strong enrolment in Social Sciences and Business disciplines.
Well-resourced department featuring modern teaching technologies, financial journals, and digital learning platforms.
Supportive senior leadership team committed to continuous professional development (CPD), staff wellbeing, and structured ECT mentorship.
Accessible Leicester location with great transport links across Leicestershire and the East Midlands, plus free on-site staff parking.
Competitive salary on the national MPS/UPS scale and enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
Application
To apply for this Economics Teacher role at an inspiring secondary school & sixth form in Leicester, starting ASAP, please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.