Aspiring Economics Teacher

Posted 14 January 2026
Salary £444 per week
LocationGreater London
Job type Permanent
Discipline Support
ReferenceV-114515

Job description

Aspiring Economics Teacher – Barking & Dagenham – Immediate Start 

Are you a recent graduate from a top UK university or a Russell Group institution with ambitions to become an Economics teacher?

We are excited to welcome applications from Aspiring Economics Teachers to join a leading boys' secondary school in Barking & Dagenham with an immediate start. If you hold a 2:1 degree or above in Economics or a related subject and are eager to inspire and guide the next generation of young men, this opportunity offers the perfect foundation for your teaching career.

This is an ideal role for graduates seeking meaningful classroom experience whilst undertaking a teacher training pathway.

Subject in Demand – Aspiring Economics Teacher This role is particularly suited to graduates specialising in Economics or closely related disciplines.

What to Expect in This Role As a full-time Teaching Assistant at this well-respected boys' school, you will:

  • Support Economics teaching across Key Stage 5

  • Work with pupils aged 11–16 both in-class and in small group settings

  • Provide targeted academic intervention and mentoring

  • Contribute to lesson planning, classroom organisation, and pupil progress tracking

This is a structured and immersive experience that will allow you to build confidence, develop classroom management skills, and explore your teaching style in a real-world setting.

Candidate Profile – What We’re Looking For To be successful in this role, you should demonstrate:

  • A 2:1 or higher degree in Economics or a related subject from a respected UK university

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with secondary-aged pupils

  • A genuine passion for education and a strong desire to train as an Economics Teacher

Why Join as an Aspiring Economics Teacher in Barking & Dagenham?
  • Be part of a supportive and high-achieving school in Barking & Dagenham

  • Gain hands-on teaching experience under the guidance of experienced educators

  • Access tailored mentorship and professional development

  • Strengthen your application for future teacher training programmes

  • Join a growing cohort of successful Teachers

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Aspiring Economics Teacher role, in Barking & Dagenham. For other roles like this, check out our website and search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application.

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