Trainee Teacher of Economics

Overview

Would you like to train as a teacher whilst being paid to do so? Heston Community School offers the opportunity to gain a PGCE whilst being employed as a trainee teacher. The School is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated graduate of Economics with a passion for teaching. The successful candidate will be given a 12-month fixed‑term contract to cover the training period.

The applicants must have a degree in Economics and must not already hold a teaching qualification. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate a clear commitment to a career in teaching.

• Support and training that will lead to qualified teacher status (QTS).
• Access to a well‑resourced Economics curriculum library that will support lesson delivery and planning.
• Access to an experienced mentor who will work closely with you as you develop as an effective classroom practitioner.
• Access to regular, research‑based CPD opportunities that will allow you to build your knowledge of effective pedagogy.
• Regular feedback to support your continued development.
• Support from our inclusion team so you are equipped to support the individual needs of each student.

Heston Community School is a successful, vibrant, happy and oversubscribed school where pupils have high aspirations and want to succeed in education. Leaders have established the right school climate for them to do so. Pupils achieve very well in a wide range of subjects in the main school and sixth form [OFSTED December 2022]. We are now seeking to appoint an individual who shares our passion for learning and our determination to change lives through the education we provide.

We believe that schools can and do make a difference; change lives and that the most important asset in any school is its staff. The success of Heston Community School is due to our dedicated, committed, experienced and enthusiastic staff.

We place great store in staff development, at all levels with an extensive programme of professional development which offers a whole range of opportunities for colleagues to develop their potential within and beyond Heston.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.