Teacher of A level Economics
East Leake Academy, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 6QN13 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
14 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
1 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 5
Subject
- Economics
Working pattern
- Part time: Up to 0.8 FTE
Contract type
- Fixed term - 1 year in the first instance
Pay scale
- MS/UPS £34,832 - £51,048
What skills and experience we're looking for
East Leake Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated A‑Level Economics Teacher to join our thriving Sixth Form team. This is apart‑time role (up to 0.8 FTE)on a temporary one‑year contract n the first instance, offering an exciting opportunity to inspire the next generation of economists.
The successful candidate will be passionate about Economics and committed to delivering high‑quality teaching that inspires confidence, curiosity, and a genuine love of the subject. You will play a key role in supporting students to achieve their academic potential and to enjoy success in this essential and relevant discipline.
We are particularly keen to hear from individuals who:
- Have strong subject knowledge and a passion for Economics
- Can motivate and challenge Sixth Form students
- Are committed to raising achievement and maintaining high standards
- Contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive department
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a forward‑thinking academy where student success and professional development are highly valued. If you are an engaging and committed teacher who can make a meaningful impact on young people’s futures, we would be delighted to hear from you.
East Leake Academy sixth form is proud to have a diverse student community with a unique collection of talents and skills. As a sixth form, we are ambitious, motivated, creative and hardworking.
We are proud of our strong record of achievement and are seeking a teacher who shares our commitment to securing the very best outcomes for students. The role is suitable for an ECT looking for their first teaching post as there is structured mentoring and support available both in the Academy and through the Trust.
What the school offers its staff
At Diverse Academies, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.
In return you will benefit from:
- Enrolment into the Teacher Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 23.68%
- Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities covering technical, leadership and coaching skills via the trust’s Diverse Association for Professional Learning
- Employee Assistance Programme
- GP helpline
- Health and wellbeing advice and support
- Eyecare vouchers
- Salary sacrifice schemes – car scheme, cycle to work, home and electronics
- Lifestyle savings - discounts and offers on gym memberships, holidays, days out, shopping, restaurants, etc
- Health cash plan (personal or family) – where you pay monthly and can claim money back on private treatments such as dental, optical and therapies (e.g. physiotherapy, osteopathy etc)
- Childcare – breakfast and after school provision
Further information about the job
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About East Leake Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1088 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- East Leake Academy website
- Email address
- swoodward@eastleake-ac.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01509 852424
At East Leake Academy we are determined to ensure that all students enjoy high quality learning experiences through which they are able to achieve their full potential.
Our ethos is based upon:
– placing good relationships at the heart of all that we do
– having high expectations at all times
– ensuring that excellent learning and teaching is our core activity
– promoting independence, equality, resilience and consideration for others
– valuing the support and contribution of all of our stakeholders
Arranging a visit to East Leake Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email swoodward@eastleake-ac.org.uk.
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