A highly academic independent Mixed School in Jesmond North, celebrated for its strong Social Sciences provision and university progression rates, is seeking an ambitious Economics Teacher for a Permanent, Full-Time position, commencing January 2026.
Compensation & Contract
* Job Title: Economics Teacher
* Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
* Start Date: January 2026
* Salary: Highly competitive independent school salary, reflecting the specialized subject and experience.
The Role
* The successful Economics Teacher will take ownership of teaching Economics across Key Stages 4 (GCSE) and 5 (A-Level), inspiring a genuine passion for financial literacy and macro/micro concepts.
* You will join a high-performing faculty, benefiting from dedicated time for resource creation and collaborative strategy planning.
* The Economics Teacher is expected to contribute to the school's enrichment programme, potentially by running an investment society or coordinating inter-school debating competitions.
* This permanent post offers the Economics Teacher a stable environment with small class sizes and highly motivated, intellectually curious pupils.
* The role requires the Economics Teacher to mentor students applying for competitive university courses in economics and finance.
* You will be fully involved in departmental assessment and tracking to ensure every pupil achieves their maximum potential.
Requirements
* Holds QTS
* Has the right to work in the UK
* Experience teaching KS3/4 and or KS5
About the School This school provides a nurturing yet academically rigorous environment, emphasizing intellectual exploration and mastery. It is highly valued for its success in placing students on prestigious university courses.