Learning Coach (Economics) in London

Grade 3, £27,495 - £28,328 per annum, pro rata. Approximately £17,591- £18,124 per annum (0.63978 FTE).

About us and the role

Avanti House Secondary School is seeking a skilled and motivated Learning Coach with a specialism in Economics to support teaching and learning across our sixth form. Working closely with teachers and colleagues, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality classroom support for A Level Economics, leading targeted academic support sessions, and helping students to access a broad and engaging curriculum. You will work with students to build subject confidence and independence, adapting your approach to ensure every student can thrive both academically and personally. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about Economics education, student development and building positive relationships. The successful candidate will contribute to a supportive, values‑led and ambitious learning environment, where every student is encouraged to achieve their full potential. School visits are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable time.

What will you do?

• Provide flexible in‑class, small group and one‑to‑one support to enable all students to access a broad and engaging Economics curriculum.
• Work with individuals and small groups to support their learning in Economics.
• Support the marking and feedback of student work.
• Support the development of independent study skills, including effective organisation.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with students, adapting approaches to meet individual needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and leaders to support student progress and wellbeing in Economics.
• Promote positive behaviour, social and emotional development, and uphold safeguarding responsibilities at all times.
• Communicate with parents and carers about progress in Economics.
• Engage with families, contribute to the wider school community, and take an active role in ongoing professional development.

What are we looking for?

• Evidence of strong communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Excellent level of literacy and numeracy skills.
• Subject knowledge of, or academic background in, Economics, ideally to A Level standard or above.
• An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities.
• An ability to understand the principles of learning and development, and in particular barriers to learning.
• Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all students.

Please view the full Job Description for more information on the responsibilities and essential criteria required for this role.

Further information

Pre‑employment checks: Avanti Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re‑checks. Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre‑employment checks.

Diversity and Inclusion: We want to make sure we are attracting the widest possible range of people and ensure that they are accepted, understood and treated equally when they work here. This means we will work hard to understand that each employee is unique and ensuring that individuals or groups are not treated differently or less favourably on the basis of specific characteristics. Such characteristics include (but are not limited to) age, disability, gender including transgender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, and how the school supports pregnant women and new parents.