We have a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and inspiring Economics teacher with outstanding subject knowledge in this excellent department.

You will be teaching the A-level Edexcel syllabus. The successful candidate will have energy, drive, and great ideas. Our teachers actively encourage both class and individual study beyond the requirements of the curriculum. You will be expected to contribute to the co-curricular offerings of the department and the wider life of the School, to which your energy, warmth and pastoral instincts will lend themselves.

Recruitment and Retention bonus available for successful candidate

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

September 3 start or sooner if required

About the School

Founded in 6, Reading Blue Coat is a leading independent day school of circa pupils from ages to . Reading Blue Coat is located four miles from the centre of Reading, in the Thames-side village of Sonning. It is also three miles from Twyford, which will be located on Crossrail, with fast train service across London. Set in acres of land for students to enjoy, the facilities are very well maintained, and the School continues to invest in the site to add to an impressive infrastructure of buildings. 

The School employs more than staff, of whom % are academic staff, and provides a stimulating, friendly and supportive atmosphere in which each pupil can realise his or her full intellectual, physical, and creative potential. All staff, both teaching and support, form part of a qualified and experienced team, which functions at its best in being mutually supportive in a common goal: to provide the best possible education for all Blue Coat pupils. Relationships between staff and pupils at Blue Coat are often remarked upon by visitors and parents for being warm, relaxed and mutually respectful. 

Reading Blue Coat offers an exceptional working environment and an attractive rewards package, including excellent benefits such as:

  • Lunch and refreshments are provided free of charge by the School. 
  • Free membership of the School Sports Centre with access to fully equipped gym and swimming pool. 
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Free on-site car park (plus a free collection service for cleaning and valeting your car.)
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Professional Development
  • Membership of the contributory Teachers Pension Scheme 
  • School Fee discounts for your children
  • Employee Car Leasing Scheme 

    • We welcome applications from:

  • ECTs
  • Newly qualified graduates with a business/economics related degree who are looking to start a career in teaching
  • or those currently working in a business/economics related role and looking for a career change.

    • Applications are welcome from those seeking part-time or full-time roles.

    Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts early due to the volume of applications we receive. We, therefore, encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as once we have closed a vacancy you will be unable to submit your application form.

    Please see attached PDF for further details about the department and role.