Head of Economics

We are looking for a Head of Economics in a school which offers excellent opportunities for professional development. The new post-holder will be joining us at a time of growth and the Twyford Trust offers exciting development opportunities and good promotion prospects for motivated and energetic teachers who support the ethos of the Trust. 

This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative teacher and curriculum planner who is looking to take on a role within departmental leadership. The successful candidate will have responsibility for leading the department in planning and delivering the curriculum, and for monitoring the progress of students. The new post-holder will ensure that the quality of teaching and learning in the department is consistently high and will support the development of a culture of sharing good practice. S/he will be responsible for the delivery of a rich wider learning offer in Economics and the role will also focus on creating a high-quality extended school provision. 

The new post-holder will be joining a small and successful department within the Social Sciences faculty, with 63% of A-level Economics students achieving A*-B and 85% A*-C in 2023. Economics is a popular choice at A Level – in Year 12 we have 45 students, and we have 44 Year 13 students taking A-level exams this summer.

The post-holder will have an unrivalled opportunity to promote and sustain academic excellence within a comprehensive context at an exciting time at the Twyford Trust. 

For more information about the school please see the Trust and school websites.

The successful candidate will have:

• A good degree and Qualified Teaching Status
• Successful teaching experience in a high achieving secondary school
• Outstanding skills as a classroom teacher and as a tutor
• Knowledge of the requirements of the National Curriculum
• An understanding of the strategies required to motivate and enthuse all students across the ability range as part of a whole school approach to raising achievement
• Knowledge of the processes and techniques required to assess, record and report students’ learning effectively
• An excellent record of developmental work in current role
• Some experience of managing or implementing curriculum systems and initiatives
• Some experience of managing others / managing change
• Ability to be reflective and driven towards self-improvement
• A commitment to the ethos of the school

We offer:

• Exceptional professional development and career progression.
• Positive working relationships at all levels.
• A supportive Leadership Team.
• A full-range of Trust services providing support and development.

How to apply

Please follow the link to apply on our Vacancies page: https://careers.twyfordacademies.org.uk/vacancies/vacancy-search-results.aspx

Closing date: Midnight, Tuesday 30 April 2024

Interview date: Tuesday 7 May 2024

The school reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media platforms and the internet, and the recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process'.

The Twyford Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo the child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and references from previous employers. For more information about the DBS please see https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check. The post-holder will also be expected to read and adhere to the Trust’s Child Protection Policy, and any other Safeguarding documents stated within this.