Job Title: A-Level Politics Teacher (Edexcel Specification)
Company: Tradewind Recruitment
Location: Nottingham, UK
Employment Type: Part-Time or Full-Time (Long-Term/Permanent Potential)
Salary: £175-£235 per day (depending on experience)
Shape Future Leaders - Teach A-Level Politics at an Outstanding Catholic Sixth Form!
Tradewind is working with a respected Catholic secondary school and sixth form in Nottingham to appoint an experienced and engaging A-Level Politics Teacher. With exceptional student behaviour, high attendance, and a warm, supportive humanities department, this is the perfect setting to deliver inspiring academic lessons to motivated sixth formers.
Starting from September, this role involves teaching Year 12 and Year 13 students following the Edexcel A-Level Politics specification.
About the Role:
You'll plan and deliver engaging, discussion-led lessons that foster critical thinking, debate, and political awareness. With a focus on UK and US politics, ideologies, and systems, you'll guide students through a demanding but rewarding academic journey.
Responsibilities:
Teach Edexcel A-Level Politics to KS5 students.
Prepare pupils for exams through high-quality, analytical teaching.
Encourage political literacy, debate, and engagement.
Collaborate closely with an experienced, well-resourced humanities team.
Contribute to the academic and pastoral ethos of the sixth form.
What We're Looking For:
QTS and a relevant degree in Politics or related subject.
Experience teaching A-Level Politics (Edexcel spec preferred).
Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for current affairs.
Excellent communication and classroom presence.
Open to experienced teachers and confident ECTs with relevant background.
Why Choose This School?
Outstanding student conduct and attendance.
A values-led, inclusive Catholic school with a strong sixth form ethos.
Supportive and collaborative department with excellent resources.
Enthusiastic, high-achieving students with a passion for learning.
Opportunity for long-term growth and progression.
Ready to inspire the next generation of voters, campaigners and changemakers?
We'd love to hear from you!
Send your CV to or call (phone number removed) to apply or learn more