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Job Title: Head of Economics KS5
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Full time
Salary Range: TMS /UPS + TLR2e £3,527
Closing Date: Midnight, 15 March 2026
Start Date: September 2026
Position Available: 1
Interview Date: TBA
We are seeking to appoint a high quality, enthusiastic and inspiring Head of Economics join our dedicated and successful Sixth Form. The ideal candidate will have experience of teaching across KS5/A Level. The Economics course at A Level is usually oversubscribed and many of our students go on to study economics or business-related courses at university or gain apprenticeships in this field. You will enjoy working with our motivated, well-behaved Sixth Form students and with a supportive and hard-working team who have a proven track record in student achievement at all levels.
You will be an exceptional teacher who is passionate about ensuring the provision of a well-rounded, forward-looking and exciting curriculum for their subject. In addition, you will have the ability to provide guidance, support and collaborate with staff to develop the learning experiences for all our students.
The FitzWimarc School is a heavily over-subscribed 11 - 18 mixed comprehensive school with an excellent reputation in the local area due to pupil achievements, the school's ethos and its commitment and involvement with the community.
The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills together with a proven track record of achievement. You will need to set targets for improvement and implement effective strategies to support students of all abilities.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support
- Access to our onsite gym
- Access to the 'Cycle to Work' Scheme
- Eye test vouchers Scheme
- Training and development opportunities
- Supportive and friendly working environment