ECT Geography Teacher – Secondary School –Birmingham

A welcoming and well-organised secondary school in Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher (ECT) of Geography to join its supportive Humanities department. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified teacher to begin their career in a school with clear routines, a well-sequenced curriculum and strong mentoring that helps ECTs grow quickly in confidence and impact. The school is known for its calm learning environment, consistent behaviour systems and supportive leadership, making it an ideal setting for an ECT to develop strong classroom practice and establish a successful teaching career. About the Role As ECT Geography Teacher, you will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging lessons that build pupils’ geographical knowledge and enquiry skills. You will be supported to teach a well-sequenced curriculum that develops: Strong knowledge of physical and human geography through carefully structured teaching Map, graph and data interpretation skills through regular practice and application Extended writing and evaluation using modelling, structure and purposeful feedback Curiosity and discussion through relevant case studies and real-world geography GCSE confidence through clear routines, retrieval and exam technique Students explore topics such as tectonics, weather and climate, rivers and coasts, ecosystems, urban change, development and global challenges. Lessons are designed to help pupils think like geographers by asking questions, analysing evidence and making reasoned judgements. ECT Support and Development The school offers a strong ECT induction programme aligned to the Early Career Framework. You will benefit from: A dedicated subject mentor with regular coaching and support Protected time for training, planning and reflection Opportunities to observe experienced colleagues and excellent classroom practice Support with behaviour routines, assessment and adaptive teaching Collaborative planning and shared resources to help reduce workload This is a school that understands the importance of strong early-career support and provides a structured pathway to developing excellent practice. The Humanities Department The Humanities department is supportive and collaborative, with a shared commitment to high standards and positive classroom culture. Teachers plan together, share resources and use consistent approaches to assessment and feedback. The department values: Knowledge-rich teaching that builds secure understanding over time Enquiry-led learning supported by strong questioning and discussion Strong routines that support calm classrooms and effective learning A clear focus on literacy, including subject vocabulary and extended writing Well-organised intervention and revision support to help pupils feel confident at GCSE Geography is well regarded within the school, and the department works hard to help pupils understand the world around them while developing the knowledge and skills needed for academic success. About the School This Birmingham secondary school has built a positive learning culture where pupils are encouraged to aim high, take pride in their work and engage positively with learning. Clear behaviour systems help to create calm classrooms where teachers can focus on teaching and pupils can focus on learning. Leaders prioritise staff development and wellbeing, and ECTs are supported through practical training, strong mentoring and a collaborative professional culture. The school is committed to inclusion and works hard to ensure all learners are supported effectively. Key Information Location: Birmingham Start Date: September 2026 (or by agreement) Contract: Full-time, permanent Salary: MPS (ECT) What the School is Looking For The successful candidate will: Be an ECT (or soon-to-qualify) and hold, or be working towards, QTS Have strong subject knowledge in Geography Deliver well-structured lessons with clear routines and high expectations Be committed to developing through mentoring, coaching and training Build positive relationships and maintain a calm, purposeful classroom culture Work collaboratively within a supportive Humanities team Why Join This School Strong ECT induction programme with subject-specific mentoring Supportive Humanities department with shared planning and resources Clear behaviour systems that support confident teaching Practical CPD and opportunities to develop your classroom practice Welcoming Birmingham school community focused on student success This is a fantastic opportunity for an Early Career Geography teacher to build confidence, develop excellent classroom practice and inspire pupils to understand the world in a supportive Birmingham secondary school.