Geography ECT

Posted 25 June 2026
Salary £32916 - £51048 per annum
LocationRayleigh
Job type Permanent
Discipline Teachers & ECT's
ReferenceV-121681

Job description

Geography ECT – September 2026 Start Rayleigh, Essex - Permanent - Full‑Time

A thriving and forward‑thinking secondary school in Rayleigh is looking to appoint a Geography ECT for September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a Geography ECT who wants to join a values‑driven, community‑focused school with a strong reputation for pastoral care, academic ambition and staff development.

  Why this school is a brilliant place for a Geography ECT
  • A genuinely student‑centred ethos, built around respect, character and personal success

  • A warm, inclusive culture where a Geography ECT is supported from day one

  • Strong behaviour systems and a calm, purposeful learning environment

  • Modern facilities, specialist teaching spaces and a well‑resourced Humanities faculty

  • A school committed to professional growth, offering tailored CPD pathways ideal for a Geography ECT

  • A collaborative staff team who value innovation, creativity and fresh ideas from new teachers


About the role As a Geography ECT, you will join a department that is growing and evolving. The school is expanding its Geography provision and is keen to bring in a Geography ECT who can contribute to curriculum development, inspire students and help strengthen uptake across KS3–KS5.

You will work alongside experienced colleagues in a Humanities team that also delivers highly popular Sociology and Psychology courses at GCSE and A‑Level. This creates a rich, interdisciplinary environment where a Geography ECT can broaden their practice and gain exposure to wider curriculum thinking.

  What they’re looking for
  • A passionate Geography ECT with strong subject knowledge

  • Someone who can deliver engaging, ambitious lessons across KS3 and KS4

  • A reflective practitioner who is eager to grow, develop and contribute to a thriving department

  • A team‑player who aligns with the school’s values‑led approach

  What you’ll receive as Geography ECT 
  • A supportive induction programme tailored specifically for a Geography ECT

  • Access to high‑quality mentoring and coaching

  • Opportunities to get involved in wider school life, enrichment and leadership projects

  • A school that genuinely invests in staff wellbeing and workload balance

  If you’re ready to begin your teaching career in a school that offers genuine support, high expectations and excellent development opportunities, apply with your updated CV today.

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