Economics Teacher – Independent School – Wandsworth

An independent school in Wandsworth is seeking a confident and analytical Economics Teacher to join its Business and Economics provision. This is an opportunity for a teacher who can make economic theory relevant to students’ lives and help them understand the forces influencing businesses, households and governments.

• Economics Teacher Vacancy

• Teaching Economics at KS5, with KS4 Business teaching potentially available

• Location: Wandsworth

• Salary: MPS1–UPS3

• Contract: Full-time, permanent

• Start Date: ASAP

You will deliver structured lessons covering key economic principles and their practical applications. Topics may include supply and demand, market failure, inflation, unemployment, economic growth, fiscal policy and international trade, depending on the specification taught.

Students will develop their ability to interpret economic data, construct diagrams, evaluate policy decisions and build clear, evidence-based arguments. You will use contemporary examples to help pupils understand how economic developments affect consumers, businesses and the wider economy.

The role will involve planning lessons, marking written work, preparing students for examinations and tracking progress. You will support students in developing the analytical and evaluative skills required for success at A-Level.

Economics Teacher – School Information

The school is an established independent school in Wandsworth with a broad academic curriculum and high expectations for student achievement.

The Business and Economics provision encourages students to explore economic issues, examine competing viewpoints and understand how markets and public policy influence society.

The successful candidate will work with colleagues to develop teaching resources, monitor student outcomes and provide a challenging learning experience. The school values teachers who can connect academic theory with current economic developments and encourage independent thought.

Economics Teacher – Experience and Qualifications

• Degree in Economics or a related subject

• QTS or recognised teaching qualification

• Experience teaching Economics at secondary level

• A-Level Economics experience

• Strong knowledge of economic theory and policy

• Ability to teach data interpretation and economic diagrams

• Excellent analytical and written communication skills

• Strong classroom management

• Effective planning and assessment

• Ability to prepare students for examinations

• Commitment to high academic standards

Salary

The salary will be paid to scale on MPS/UPS, depending on experience and qualifications.

Application

If you are interested in this Economics Teacher position in Wandsworth, please send your CV as soon as possible for consideration.