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Head of Economics – Secondary Academy in Exeter (January Start)


Job Location:

Exeter - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 9 October 2026 (16 days ago)
Application Deadline: 6 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

An ambitious secondary academy in Exeter Devon is seeking a commercially minded analytical Head of Economics to lead its Business & Social Sciences department on a full-time permanent basis starting in January.

Job Overview

Economics is a flagship Sixth Form subject at this academy. The successful applicant will lead academic strategy curriculum planning and quantitative analysis for A-Level Microeconomics and Macroeconomics.

Working with faculty colleagues you will guide students through market structures fiscal/monetary policy trade models and evaluative writing while coaching economics debate teams and financial challenge entries. This is a full-time permanent contract.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the strategic growth curriculum delivery and exam performance of the Economics department

  • Teach intellectually rigorous A-Level Economics lessons across Year 12 and Year 13

  • Train pupils in quantitative data handling economic diagram construction and essay evaluation

  • Manage department assessment cycles mock exams and external exam entries

  • Lead extra-curricular financial initiatives stock market games and economics societies

  • Support students with UCAS applications for Economics Finance and PPE degree programs

The School & Whats on Offer

  • January Start: Full-time permanent contract commencing January

  • Facilities: Dedicated Sixth Form suites ICT suites and access to financial databases

  • Location: Prime Exeter location with excellent transport links and staff parking

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK credentials with a degree in Economics or Finance

  • In-depth understanding of A-Level Economics exam specifications (AQA/Edexcel/OCR)

  • Proven track record of high student achievement at Key Stage 5

  • An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply

Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time permanent Head of Economics position in Exeter for a January start.


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