Teacher of Law and Citizenship

* Teacher of Law and CitizenshipNEWFast Apply# Teacher of Law and Citizenship Employer Location :
Birmingham, West Midlands Contract Type:
Permanent

Hours:

Full Time Salary: M1 - UPS3, £34,069 - £52,835

Posted: 8th October 2026

Start Date:

1st January 2027

Expires: 18th October 2026 09:00 AM Contract Type:
Permanent

Start Date:

1st January 2027

Job  Date: 1st January 2027
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We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Law and Citizenship to join our secondary school team. You will deliver engaging and challenging lessons that bring law, politics, citizenship and current affairs to life, helping students develop critical thinking, confidence and a strong understanding of the society they live in. You will have high expectations for all students and create a positive, inclusive learning environment where every young person is encouraged to succeed.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive school where relationships, ambition and student outcomes matter. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to develop your career, we would love to hear from you.
** We are looking for someone who:
*** Is committed to delivering consistently high-quality teaching and learning.
* Has high expectations of all students and is passionate about helping young people achieve their potential.
* Can build positive and professional relationships with students, colleagues and families.
* Is reflective, resilient and committed to their own professional development.
* Is keen to contribute to a collaborative and supportive academy community.

Fortis Academy is more than a school. It is a thriving community where ambition, hard work, and opportunity come together. With a brand new, state of the art campus opening in 2030, Fortis is on track to become the largest academy in Birmingham, educating over 2,000 students from Year 11 to Sixth Form.

Our mission is simple:
Enriching Lives. We develop confident, capable young people guided by our core values of character, resilience, and aspiration, which shape everything we do.

We offer a challenging, well-structured curriculum from GCSE to post 16 pathways, preparing students for further education, employment, and life beyond school. Every student is equipped with an iPad to support modern, flexible learning in school and  success is driven by over 200 dedicated staff who are fully committed to supporting students and improving practice. Student wellbeing is central to life at Fortis, with strong support for mental health, confidence, and personal development.

Our Sixth Form is one of Birmingham's strongest, with a Value-Added score of 0.36 in 2026, enriched by opportunities that broaden horizons and build real world skills.

With outstanding facilities ahead and a growing community, Fortis Academy continues to inspire, support, and challenge every student to succeed.

All candidates are required to provide a supporting statement on the formal application forms which states clearly your reasons for applying, skills and experience for this position.

AtShaw Education Trust, we believe every role has the power to transform a life.

Whether you're supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in the classroom, orleading with vision, you will be part of something truly meaningful.

Ourvalues
- ** opportunity, integrity, community, and equity** - guide everything wedo. Our vision is ***"Opening doors to the world through the power of learning."
*** We bring this to life through our mission:
** working together to inspire communities where every school is valued, every voice matters, and every learner thrives.
** Weare a dynamic and growing family of primary, secondary, and special schools,proudly serving communities from Birmingham to Bury.

Our…