Economics Teacher | Outstanding Secondary Academy | Norwich

The Opportunity

Norwich is a city with a unique economic profile, serving as a major UK hub for the insurance and financial services industries, as well as a pioneer in sustainable agritech and green energy. We are seeking an intellectually rigorous Economics Teacher to join an Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' secondary academy. In this role, you will guide students through the complexities of global markets, fiscal policy, and behavioural economics, utilising the city's status as a regional financial capital to bring the curriculum to life.

The Department & Academic Standard

You will join a prestigious Social Sciences faculty where Economics is a premier subject, attracting high-attaining students with aspirations for careers in finance, international development, and public policy. The department fosters a "university-seminar" atmosphere, encouraging students to engage in high-level debate regarding inflation, market failures, and the global distribution of wealth. As an "Outstanding" setting, we prioritise a research-led approach to teaching, employing sophisticated data analysis and economic modelling to ensure students master both micro and macro-economic theories. We maintain active links with the University of East Anglia (UEA) and local financial leaders, providing students with access to guest lectures and professional mentoring.

Core Responsibilities

• Exemplary Instruction: Delivering high-challenge Economics lessons across Key Stage 4 (GCSE) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level), ensuring students can articulate complex theories with precision.
• Micro-Economic Mastery: Teaching the mechanics of the price engine, including supply and demand, elasticity, and the impact of government intervention in failing markets.
• Macro-Economic Insight: Guiding students through national and global economic indicators, including GDP growth, unemployment, and the intricacies of monetary and fiscal policy.
• Data Interpretation: Training students to analyse and evaluate complex datasets, preparing them for the rigorous quantitative requirements of the A-Level and undergraduate study.
• Global Contextualization: Integrating contemporary case studies—such as the economics of climate change, trade agreements, and emerging market shifts—into the daily curriculum.

The Successful Candidate

We are looking for a subject authority who can translate abstract economic laws into fascinating real-world insights. Requirements include:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong honours degree in Economics or a related discipline (e.g., Finance, PPE).
• Proven Track Record: Evidence of delivering exceptional learning outcomes and a deep understanding of the AQA or Edexcel Economics specifications.
• Analytical Rigor: The ability to support students in mastering the mathematical and evaluative components of the exam, particularly high-mark essay construction.
• Inspirational Presence: A teacher who can foster a classroom culture of critical inquiry, encouraging students to challenge assumptions and think like professional economists.

Why Join Us?

• The chance to work in an "Outstanding" environment where student behaviour is exemplary and your subject is held in high academic regard.
• Unrivalled professional development pathways, including opportunities for middle leadership and collaboration with elite practitioners across Norfolk.
• The opportunity to work in Norwich—a historic, vibrant city offering a high quality of life, affordable living, and proximity to the beautiful Norfolk Broads and coastline.
• A prestigious professional community that values intellectual ambition, innovation, and the holistic development of every student.

How to Apply

Please submit your current CV to begin the application process.