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Head of Economics – Secondary Academy in Exeter (January Start)

An ambitious secondary academy in Exeter, Devon, is seeking a commercially minded, analytical Head of Economics to lead its Business & Social Sciences department on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.

Job Overview

Economics is a flagship Sixth Form subject at this academy. The successful applicant will lead academic strategy, curriculum planning, and quantitative analysis for A-Level Microeconomics and Macroeconomics.

Working with faculty colleagues, you will guide students through market structures, fiscal/monetary policy, trade models, and evaluative writing, while coaching economics debate teams and financial challenge entries. This is a full-time, permanent contract.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the strategic growth, curriculum delivery, and exam performance of the Economics department

  • Teach intellectually rigorous A-Level Economics lessons across Year 12 and Year 13

  • Train pupils in quantitative data handling, economic diagram construction, and essay evaluation

  • Manage department assessment cycles, mock exams, and external exam entries

  • Lead extra-curricular financial initiatives, stock market games, and economics societies

  • Support students with UCAS applications for Economics, Finance, and PPE degree programs

The School & What’s on Offer

  • January Start: Full-time, permanent contract commencing January

  • Facilities: Dedicated Sixth Form suites, ICT suites, and access to financial databases

  • Location: Prime Exeter location with excellent transport links and staff parking

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK credentials with a degree in Economics or Finance

  • In-depth understanding of A-Level Economics exam specifications (AQA/Edexcel/OCR)

  • Proven track record of high student achievement at Key Stage 5

  • An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply

Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time, permanent Head of Economics position in Exeter for a January start.

Location
Exeter

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Head of Economics – Secondary Academy in Exeter (January Start)

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