Economics Teacher Private School May Opportunity

Economics Teacher Elite Private College West London

Are you an inspiring Economics Teacher with a passion for high-level academic achievement We are partnering with a prestigious independent college in West London (Kensington/Chelsea area) to appoint a subject specialist for a May 2026 start.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a high-performing department known for its small class sizes motivated students and record of successful Oxbridge placements.

The Role

• Position: Economics Teacher (Full-Time)

• Location: West London

• Curriculum: A-Level (primarily) and potentially GCSE/IB

• Start Date: May 2026

• Salary: Competitive Independent Scale (Above MPS/UPS)

You will be responsible for delivering rigorous and engaging Economics lessons that transcend the textbook. The school places a heavy emphasis on real-world application encouraging students to engage with current global financial trends and economic policy.

The School Environment

This institution is one of West Londons leading private colleges. It offers a sophisticated university-style learning environment where the focus is on academic excellence and individual student mentorship.

• Small Class Sizes: Typically 812 students allowing for deep discussion and personalized feedback.

• Academic Rigor: Strong focus on preparing students for Economics PPE and Finance degrees at top-tier universities.

• Professional Freedom: Teachers are encouraged to bring their own expertise and interests into the classroom.

• Facilities: Modern state-of-the-art classrooms in a prime urban location.

Candidate Requirements

• Expertise: A strong degree in Economics or a closely related field from a reputable university.

• Experience: Proven success teaching A-Level Economics (AQA or Edexcel preferred). Experience with IB is a bonus.

• QTS/QTLS: Qualified Teacher Status is preferred though the school will consider highly experienced practitioners from the independent or HE sector without QTS.

• Vision: The ability to stretch and challenge high-ability students including support with PAT/TSA admissions tests.

Benefits

• Salary: Highly competitive significantly above the national pay scale.

• Wellbeing: Generous holiday allowance (Independent term times) and manageable marking loads.

• Pension: Enhanced teacher pension scheme.

• Travel: Located in a highly accessible part of West London with excellent London Underground links.

How to Apply

To apply for this Economics Teacher position please submit your CV as soon as possible. Given the prestige of the school we expect a high volume of applications and will be interviewing on a rolling basis.