Economics Teacher | Hull

The Opportunity

Are you a sharp analytical mind with a passion for how the world works Can you inspire students to look beyond the headlines and understand the forces that shape our global and local markets

We are seeking an intellectually curious and engaging Economics Teacher to join a high-achieving Social Sciences department in Hull. As the City of Culture and a key player in the UKs Energy Estuary Hull is undergoing a massive economic transition toward renewable technologies and maritime innovation. This provides a fascinating real-world laboratory for an Economics specialist. We are looking for an educator who can navigate the complexities of macro and micro theory while fostering a genuine sense of global citizenship.

Core Responsibilities

• Curriculum Excellence: Planning and delivering high-quality Economics lessons primarily at Key Stage 5 (A-Level) with opportunities to support Business or Citizenship at Key Stage 4.

• Theoretical Mastery: Delivering expert instruction on core economic pillars including Supply and Demand Market Failure Monetary Policy and International Trade.

• Data Analysis: Teaching students how to interrogate complex datasets evaluate economic indicators (GDP CPI Unemployment) and construct logical evidence-based arguments.

• Exam Preparation: Guiding students through the rigours of external examinations (AQA or Edexcel) with a heavy focus on high-level evaluative essay writing and quantitative skills.

• Contemporary Application: Integrating current eventsfrom global supply chain shifts to local Levelling Up initiativesinto the curriculum to ensure Economics remains a living breathing subject.

• Pastoral Leadership: Serving as a dedicated Form Tutor providing a supportive environment and helping students navigate their pathways to university or higher-level apprenticeships.

Why This School

• Hulls Economic Revival: Work in a city that is a focal point for the Green Industrial Revolution offering unique local case studies on regional investment and infrastructure.

• A Culture of Scholarship: Join a faculty that treats Economics as a high-status academic discipline with a strong track record of students progressing to Russell Group universities.

• Collaborative Environment: Benefit from a school that values departmental autonomy and shared planning allowing you to refine your pedagogical approach alongside experienced specialists.

• Professional Growth: Access to specialist CPD in Econometrics Marking for the Top Grades and pathways toward Head of Social Sciences or Director of Sixth Form.

Candidate Profile

• Qualifications: Must hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and a degree in Economics or a related discipline (e.g. PPE Finance). Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly encouraged to apply.

• Analytical Rigour: The ability to explain abstract conceptslike the Multiplier Effect or Elasticityusing clear models and real-world analogies.

• Engaging Presence: A communicator who can command a classroom and facilitate respectful high-level debate on contentious economic policies.

• Character: A resilient reflective and collaborative professional who believes that economic literacy is a vital tool for social mobility and informed adulthood.

How to Apply

To apply for this position please submit your CV today.