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A welcoming and well-organised secondary school in Derby 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 has consistent behaviour systems, a calm learning culture and leadership that prioritises staff development and high-quality teaching.
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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 deliver a well-sequenced curriculum that develops:
* Secure knowledge of physical and human geography
* Strong map skills, graph work and data interpretation
* Confident use of case studies to build relevance and depth
* Structured writing and evaluation through modelling and feedback
* GCSE confidence through deliberate practice and clear routines
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ECT Support and Development
You will benefit from a strong ECT programme, including:
* A dedicated subject mentor and regular coaching
* Protected time for training, planning and reflection
* Opportunities to observe experienced colleagues
* Support with behaviour routines, assessment and adaptive teaching
* Shared resources and collaborative planning to reduce workload
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Key Information
* Location: Derby
* Start Date: September 2026 (or by agreement)
* Contract: Full-time, permanent
* Salary: MPS (ECT)
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What the School is Looking For
* ECT (or soon-to-qualify) with QTS (or working towards)
* Strong subject knowledge in Geography
* A calm, organised approach and high expectations
* Willingness to learn, reflect and develop through mentoring
* Strong relationships and a positive classroom culture
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How to Apply
If you are an ECT Geography teacher looking for the right school to build confidence and develop excellent practice, we welcome your application.
Please submit your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered.