Teacher of Economics

Reigate College; Reigate; On-site; GBP 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious sixth form college in the UK is seeking a dynamic teacher to join the Economics Department on a permanent, full-time basis. This role welcomes both experienced candidates and Early Careers Teachers (ECTs), providing a supportive environment with mentorship. With a focus on teaching A Level Economics, this position aims for excellence in student achievement and offers training for ECTs. The salary can reach up to £53,232 per annum, and applications are due by 9.00am on Monday, 2 February 2026.

Qualifications

• Dynamic, enthusiastic, and motivated personality.
• Ability to teach A Level Economics.

Responsibilities

• Teach A Level Economics with 21 hours of contact time per week.
• Contribute to the collaborative team in the Economics Department.

Job description

With an exceptional reputation both locally and nationally, Reigate College focuses on excellent teaching, learning and support to make it one of the best sixth form colleges in the country. The College is a great place to work and study, with an active, inclusive and supportive community ethos at the heart of everything it does.

The Post

The College is seeking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated teacher to join the highly successful Economics Departments The post is available from 24 August 2026 on a permanent, full-time basis. The post would equally suit an experienced or Early Careers Teacher (ECT). For ECTs, a full programme of training and development will be provided.

All new members of staff receive mentors to help them settle into the College. This post provides an exciting opportunity for those wishing to specialise in sixth form education. Candidates who have little or no experience teaching A Level Economics are still encouraged to apply, as the Department is able to support those wishing to make the transition to sixth form teaching.

The Department

The Department is housed in specialist facilities in the County Building. The team consists of five other members of teaching staff who work in a collaborative style, contributing to central teaching resources.

The Department is led by a Head of Department, supported by a Course Leader for A Level Economics (Year 1). The Department meets once a week during the College’s dedicated Meeting Slot during the College day.

The Department has an excellent record of outstanding student achievement, high quality provision and innovative curriculum development.

Students regularly progress onto university courses for Economics, Politics, Accounting, PPE, Business, Maths and Journalism, as well as a range of highly competitive apprenticeships.

The full-time equivalent salary for this post is up to £53,232 per annum.

The contact time for a full-time teacher is 21 hours per week (20 hours teaching and 1 hour Tutor). ECTs receive a 5% or 10% reduction on their timetable depending on whether they are a first or second year ECT.

Applying

Full details and an application form can be downloaded from our website (www.reigate.ac.uk/job-vacancies ) or found in the Supporting Documents section of this page. Applicants are asked to complete and return the application form to the Personnel Department by email to [e-mail] as soon as possible, but no later than 9.00am on Monday 2 February 2026.

When completing their application, candidates are asked to indicate:

• Why you are applying for the post
• Particular strengths, experiences and interests that you would bring to this post
• What you are able to bring to College life outside of your teaching commitment, including extra-curricular activities
• Which courses you have experience of delivering

Safeguarding

Reigate College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and B