Teacher of Economics

About the Role

The purpose of the role is to provide high quality teaching and enable effective use of resources and high standards of learning and achievement for pupils, within an atmosphere in which pupils feel challenged, valued and secure. 

Under the reasonable direction of the Headteacher, carry out the professional duties of a school teacher as set out in the current School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD).

What skills and experience we're looking for

   

  • Demonstrate high expectations which  inspire, enthuse, motivate and challenge students to achieve their best  
  • Excellent classroom teacher  
  • Excellent behaviour management skills  
  • Ability to tailor lessons to student  needs  
  • Ability to use assessment data to  generate appropriate and effective intervention work  
  • Demonstrate a strategic and creative  approach to problem solving  
  • Ability to build and maintain  effective relationships through excellent interpersonal skills  
  • Demonstrate excellent communication  skills (verbally and written)  
  • Ability to develop effective teamwork  
  • Demonstrate inclusive approach to  education  
  • Ability to work under pressure,  maintaining a high sense of perspective  
  • Ability to manage own time effectively  
  • Commitment to regular on-going professional development  
  • Commitment to collaborative working practices    
  • Teaching Economics at KS4 and KS5  
  • Experience of KS4 GCSE course design  delivery and assessment  
  • Economics assessment at KS4/5  
  • Experience of raising attainment in a  classroom environment  
  • Understanding of strategies needed to establish consistently high aspirations and standards of results and behaviour

What the school offers its staff

  • Competitive Salaries
  • Pension Scheme
  • Competitive holiday entitlement
  • Opportunities for flexible working
  • Access to high quality CPD including National Professional Qualification
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Season Ticket Loans

Further details about the role

The main responsibilities of the post are to: 

  • teach the classes allocated, and provide a well-planned, challenging and purposeful learning environment for pupils across all key stages
  • support and carry out policies and practices to promote positive student behaviour and achievement in Economics within the framework of the Positive Discipline   policy
  • set homework on a regular basis and mark pupil work promptly
  • assess, monitor, record and report on pupil achievement in line with School and Curriculum Area policy, including writing pupil reports and attending parents’     meetings
  • assist in the identification of pupil special educational needs, and support the work of the Learning Support Team, including participation in the writing and review of individual education plans
  • share in the development of course outlines, syllabuses and schemes of work in Economic
  • follow the course outlines, syllabuses and schemes of work agreed by the Economics Curriculum Area
  • make effective use of pupil performance data and pupil and staff target-setting and provide relevant information to the Key Curriculum Leader and Directors of Learning
  • monitor and record pupil attendance in line with School and Key Curriculum Area policy, and support the Key Curriculum Leader and Directors of Learning in the maintenance of high levels of pupil attendance
  • prepare for and attend Economics Team and Year Team or Sixth Form Team meetings and support the work of the Economics Team and the Year Team or Sixth Form Team

Further details about the role

How to apply

To apply please download an application form and job description. Alternatively, please contact our Trust HR Department via email at recruitment@tcset.org.uk.

Please note CVs are not accepted.  No agencies please.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The Charter Schools Educational Trust is committed to equality and diversity, and to being a family where everyone can be themselves. We are committed to continuous improvement in how representative we are of our local communities, including gender, ethnicity, religion, age, and all other aspects of diversity.

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, and staff networks to provide a supportive environment in the workplace where members can receive peer to peer support.

The Charter Schools Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment.

Job Title
Teacher of Economics
Start Date
September 1, 2026
As soon as possible
Department
KS4/KS5
Pay Scale
Inner London Pay Scale, M1 - UPS3
Contract type
Fixed Term
Working Pattern
Full time, 32.5 hours per week
Closing date for applications
June 3, 2026

Organisation Information

The Charter School North Dulwich
Red Post Hill
London
SE24 9JH
020 7346 6600

www.charternorthdulwich.org.uk

Info@charternorthdulwich.org.uk