Geography Teacher (ECT) – Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire

A well-regarded 1118 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.

The Role

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.

ECT Support & Induction

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

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.

The School

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.

Who This Role Suits

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

Why Start Your Career Here

• 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 youre an Early Career Teacher of Geography looking for a supportive and well-structured start to your teaching career this is an excellent opportunity.