Economics Lead Teacher

Job Title: Economics Lead Teacher

Location: West London

Start Date: 1 September 2026

Salary: £39,000 to £52,000

Are you an experienced Economics Teacher ready to step up into a leading role in September 2026?

Do you set high expectations for your students, supporting them to meet their full potential?

Are you able to confidently deliver all areas of the Economics curriculum?

At TeacherActive, we understand the impact high quality teaching has on student outcomes. This is why we have a dedicated permanent recruitment team based in London to support qualified teachers match with the right schools and take the next step in their teaching careers. We are now seeking an experienced Economics Teacher to join a high achieving secondary school West London. The successful applicant will be leading Economics in the newly opened 6^th form. Economics teachers with experience teaching the EdExcel exam board content will be prioritised for this role. This school sets high expectations for both staff and students, promoting academic excellence across all subjects and maintaining good behaviour. Extracurricular activities are highly encouraged at this school, allowing staff and students to build a positive school community outside of lessons as well.

To be considered for this role, you will:

• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and confident classroom presence
• Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• Have a degree in Economics or a closely related subject with experience delivering Economics to Year 12 and Year 13 classes
• Foster positive relationships with their students, setting and maintaining high expectations
• Demonstrate high standards of professionalism
• Communicate clearly and confidently, verbally and in writing
• Hold UK Right to Work

By engaging with TeacherActive for this role, you will gain:

• A dedicated permanent recruitment consultant offering individualised, expert support
• Access to a range of schools and roles across our London network
• Continuous professional development through our free online portal, My-Progression, with new videos added each week
• Access to our referral scheme which allows you to earn a £100 bonus for each successful referral, in line with our terms and conditions
• The security of partnering with a well-established education company with a proven record of service since 2004

If you’re interested in being considered by our permanent recruitment team, click ‘apply now’ or follow this linkto register your interest.

Vacancy contact:

[email protected]

0207 858 6655

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



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