Lead Teacher of Economics

Surrey Maths School, Guildford, GU1 4QU

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  December 2026 (negotiable)

• Closing date

  21 September 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  7 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of department or curriculum
  • Other leadership role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: 34,398.00 - 46,839.00

Lead Teacher of Economics job summary

Lead Teacher of Economics

Salary MPS/UPS depending on experience + TLR

FTE 0.6 – 0.8

Permanent

Start Date December 2026 (Negotiable)

Help us to build our school!

Surrey Maths School (SuMS) is a specialist 16-19 Maths School which opened in September 2024 to serve students across the South East, aiming to become a hub of excellence for the teaching of the mathematical sciences.  

We are looking to appoint a creative, knowledgeable and enthusiastic economics teacher to join us in December 2026 to lead the next phase of development of the subject at SuMS.  In this unique environment, all students are studying maths and further maths enabling our economics curriculum to be developed in such a way to really deepen students understanding safe in the knowledge that all students have the key maths skills to succeed.

We are a collaborative school and committed to team planning meetings in which we can discuss the approaches, concepts and resources to be used.  Everyone has a voice and a chance to contribute to the development of the curriculum.  We are looking for an inspirational teacher whose values align with our school and who will work with us to actively promote equity and diversity through the planning and delivery of inclusive lessons.

We are looking for a 0.6FTE minimum but there is some scope to extend up to 0.8FTE. This is a unique opportunity to work in an environment where there is real excitement and enthusiasm for the mathematical sciences and where you have the chance to shape the minds of the future as part of a dedicated and supportive team.

At Surrey Maths School you will be part of a small, enthusiastic team working with students who are driven and excited by mathematical sciences

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this role, please use the links provided to access the full job description and person specifications and to apply online.

Please note that your application will take you to our ATS System (Face-Ed).  You will be required to enter your details again to fully complete your application process.

If this appeals to you but you aren’t sure you can do it all yet or aren’t sure you meet all the criteria, please talk to us.  We are eager to hear from you and to find the right person for the role rather than one who ticks the usual boxes. We are keen to ensure diversity on our staff body and recognize that individuals might have taken different routes to get to where they are now.

Email: office@surreymathsschool.co.uk to arrange a chat or visit, or sshillabeer@surreymathsschool.co.uk to ask any questions or arrange a conversation with the Headteachers, Nora and Sahar.

Closing Date: 9 AM 21 September 2026

Interviews: 1st / 2nd October 2026

Start Date: December 2026 (negotiable)

Notes

The closing date given is a guide only.  There may be some occasions where we close a vacancy due to a high volume of applications being received.  It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible.

When completing the application form, please ensure that you clearly evidence your relevant skills and experience in relation to the requirements detailed in the job description.

Please ensure you check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Surrey Maths School

• Organisation type: Free School, ages 16 to 19
• Education phase: Sixth form or FE college
• Size: 151 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 16 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Surrey Maths School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/surrey-maths-school

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