It seems that you're working for an agency that provides schools with FT's,in which case it might be possible for the agent to switch your posting.Whatever you do,don't pull a runner.And don't look for contractual loopholes to avoid payment of your penalty.That's dishonest,isn't it?Discuss your situation with your employer,and see if something can be done to alleviate your problems.After all,you did sign on the bottom line;you can't just absolve yourself of your contractual responsibilties by giving a month's notice - that's not in your contract.Sorry what I've written is rather jumbled up,but I can't be bothered to tidy it up.You've got the gist,in any case!