Geography Teacher; ECT

A well-regarded 11–18 secondary school in Scunthorpe is seeking a motivated Early Career Teacher of Geography to join its supportive and forward-thinking Humanities faculty. This role is ideal for an ECT looking to begin their career in a school that values strong subject knowledge, calm classrooms and professional development.

The school has invested heavily in Geography in recent years, with rising uptake at GCSE and a renewed focus on fieldwork, enquiry and real-world relevance.

You will teach Geography across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering a curriculum that balances physical and human geography while developing students’ geographical skills and curiosity about the world.

The department follows a clear, knowledge-rich curriculum, supported by shared resources and assessments. Lessons are structured and purposeful, giving ECTs a strong framework while allowing space to develop confidence and creativity in their teaching.

You will be encouraged to build strong classroom routines, develop questioning techniques and refine assessment practice with regular feedback and coaching.

This school is experienced in supporting early career teachers and offers a structured, manageable induction programme. You will receive:

• A dedicated Geography mentor
• Reduced teaching timetable during induction
• Weekly mentoring and coaching sessions
• Opportunities to observe experienced colleagues
• Access to subject-specific and whole-school CPD

Leaders understand the pressures of early teaching and prioritise steady development rather than unrealistic expectations.

The Geography department is collaborative and welcoming, with a strong focus on consistency and student engagement. Staff work together to share resources, plan fieldwork and moderate assessments.

Fieldwork is realistic and well-supported, making use of local environments and nearby urban and coastal case studies where appropriate. The department encourages enquiry-based learning and discussion around contemporary global issues.

Rated Good by Ofsted, the school is known for its calm behaviour culture and strong pastoral care. Students are polite, routines are embedded, and classrooms are focused.

Leadership is visible and approachable, with a clear emphasis on staff wellbeing. Teachers are trusted to teach, supported by sensible workload expectations and clear systems.

This role would suit:

• An ECT or trainee Geography teacher completing QTS
• Someone keen to build confidence in the classroom
• A reflective practitioner open to feedback and development
• A teacher who values teamwork and structure

• Strong ECT mentoring and induction programme
• Supportive and collaborative Humanities team
• Clear curriculum and shared planning resources
• Calm learning environment with excellent behaviour
• A school that invests in its staff long term

If you’re an Early Career Teacher of Geography looking for a supportive and well-structured start to your teaching career, this is an excellent opportunity.