ECT – Teacher of Geography – Secondary School – Leicester,Leicestershire

A well-led and inclusive secondary school in Leicester is seeking an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher of Geography to join its successful Humanities department. This is a fantastic opportunity to begin your teaching career in a school that combines strong behaviour systems, collaborative planning and a clear commitment to developing early career staff. The School Located in a popular part of Leicester, this 11–18 secondary school serves a diverse and aspirational community. It has secured a strong Ofsted profile and is known locally for its steady academic progress, respectful student culture and visible leadership. The school places genuine emphasis on supporting ECTs, with a structured induction programme that balances guidance with growing professional autonomy. Staff speak positively about the open-door culture and shared sense of purpose. Recent investment has enhanced: A modernised Humanities corridor Interactive screens across all teaching rooms A centralised curriculum resource bank A structured whole-school literacy strategy The Geography Department Geography is a popular subject across Key Stages 3 and 4, with strong GCSE uptake and improving outcomes year on year. The curriculum is knowledge-rich and carefully sequenced, covering both physical and human geography with a clear progression model. As an ECT, you will benefit from: Fully resourced schemes of learning Shared lesson materials and assessments Clear fieldwork planning frameworks Regular collaborative department meetings The department incorporates local case studies relevant to Leicester and the surrounding region, helping students connect theory to real-world contexts. The Role You will teach Geography across KS3 and KS4, supported through your induction year by: A dedicated subject mentor Reduced timetable in line with ECT entitlement Weekly coaching and instructional development sessions Opportunities to observe experienced colleagues The school encourages strong modelling, clear explanations and structured questioning to support rapid student progress. About You The successful candidate will: Hold QTS and a Geography-related qualification Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm Be organised and confident in classroom routines Show willingness to reflect and develop professionally Value teamwork and shared curriculum development Why Join This School? Clear behaviour systems that support calm classrooms Proven record of developing ECTs successfully Supportive Humanities leadership Realistic workload expectations Professional and collaborative working culture This is an ideal opportunity for a Geography ECT seeking a structured and supportive environment in which to build strong teaching foundations.