Job Description
Economics ECT | Hackney | September 2026
Are you an Economics ECT looking to begin your teaching career in a high-performing Hackney secondary school with a strong academic sixth form? This permanent role from September 2026 offers the opportunity to teach Economics across KS4–KS5 in a school recognised for strong post-16 outcomes, clear curriculum planning and excellent support for early career teachers.
This school demonstrates consistently strong progress at GCSE and A-Level, with a Progress 8 score above +0.5 and a sixth form where a high proportion of students achieve A–B grades in Economics, with many progressing to Russell Group universities for Economics, Finance and related degrees. Student destinations are a key strength, with a significant number securing places on competitive courses and degree apprenticeships in business and finance.
Economics ECT – September 2026 | Hackney
Inner London salary £40,317–£62,496 (MPS/UPS)
What makes this opportunity distinctive:
• Sixth form teaching with strong uptake in Economics and clear progression pathways
• Curriculum built around real-world application, case studies and data analysis
• Access to partnerships with financial institutions and external speakers
• Departmental focus on essay writing, evaluation and exam technique
• Opportunities to contribute to enrichment including finance and enterprise programmes
In this role, you will:
• Teach Economics across KS4–KS5 with a focus on strong academic outcomes
• Plan lessons that develop analytical thinking and applied economic understanding
• Use assessment to support progress and prepare students for exams
• Contribute to collaborative departmental planning and resource development
The school offers:
• A structured ECT programme with subject-specific mentoring and reduced timetable
• Weekly CPD focused on curriculum delivery, assessment and subject knowledge
• Clear behaviour systems supporting focused and purposeful learning
• Opportunities to engage with sixth form enrichment and university preparation
The successful candidate will:
• Hold UK QTS and an Economics or related degree
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and academic potential
• Be an ambitious ECT keen to develop excellent teaching practice
• Show commitment to achieving strong outcomes at GCSE and A-Level
If you are an Economics ECT seeking a permanent role in Hackney from September 2026, this is an excellent opportunity to begin your career in a school with strong sixth form outcomes and clear professional development pathways.
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