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Blackpool Sixth; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work

Gym access

Free parking

Costa Coffee on site

Wellbeing services

Job summary

Blackpool Sixth is seeking a dedicated Health and Social Care Teacher to join our Social Sciences team in Blackpool. This full‑time, permanent role is based in the Social Sciences department and involves delivering engaging Health and Social Care lessons and developing clinical and sector‑specific skills within a classroom or mock ward setting.

You should hold a degree in a relevant subject and be a qualified teacher or studying to become one.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant subject.
• Qualified teacher or currently studying to be one.

Responsibilities

• Inspiring and motivating students in Health and Social Care.
• Delivering high-quality, engaging lessons tailored to diverse learning styles.
• Developing clinical and sector-specific skills in classroom or mock ward settings.
• Collaborating with the Social Sciences team to create Schemes of Work and resources.
• Mentoring students to realise their goals and future aspirations.
• Creating work placement opportunities and supporting employability skills.

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

Job description

Health and Social Care Teacher

Location: Blackpool, North West

Salary: £33,465 - £51,714 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Full time

Hours: 0.6 - 1 FTE. Exact hours subject to discussion based on curriculum needs and candidate availability.

Job description

Do you have a passion for Health and Social Care, clinical skills and other social science subjects? Do you have a degree in a relevant subject? Are you a qualified teacher, or studying to be one? Are you ready to empower the next generation of health and social care heroes? If you answered YES, we would love to hear from you!

At Blackpool Sixth we are all about empowering young people and creating a place where learning truly comes to life. We specialise in outstanding 16-19 education, and we are on the lookout for a dedicated BTEC Health and Social Care Teacher to join our fabulous team. This is your chance to be part of a vibrant, supportive, and forward-thinking college.

Based in our Social Sciences department, you will work closely with others to support your students in achieving their goals and discovering their potential. Our Health and Social Care team is proud of the strong partnerships they've built with local employers and universities; opening doors to real‑world experience, expert mentoring, and clear, exciting pathways into higher education and meaningful careers.

Together, we create a learning environment where ambition thrives, and futures take shape.

A day in your new role could see you:

• Inspiring and motivating students as they explore the diverse and vital world of Health and Social Care
• Crafting and delivering engaging, high‑quality lessons that cater to the unique needs and learning styles of every student
• Developing a range of clinical and sector‑specific skills within a classroom or mock ward setting
• Collaborating with a dynamic team to develop outstanding schemes of work and enriching resources
• Mentoring and guiding students on their journey to realise their individual goals and future aspirations
• Creating opportunities for work placements and driving professional employability skills to support career progression in the health and social care field
• Opening doors to a range of exciting progression opportunities in the Health and Social Care sector through our collaborative network

The benefits

1. Cycle to work scheme for contracts over 12 months
2. Free use of the college gym
3. Education‑specific learning and development
4. Free car parking
5. Subsidised Costa Coffee on site and a wide range of catering outlets
6. An in‑house People & Wellbeing site with loads of self‑help guidance
7. Access to wellbeing and counselling services for you and your family
8. Long service awards recognising loyalty and dedication
9. Wellbeing day with a full day off for all
10. 15 hours of gifted TOIL (pro‑rata) to use for flexibility throughout the year
11. Family‑friendly policies to support our staff with parenting and caring responsibilities
12. Be yourself; enjoy being part of a culture and community with different backgrounds, interests, faiths and lifestyles

Our commitment to a safe and respectful environment

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to a diverse and inclusive community. We do not tolerate discrimination and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We provide equal access, services, and care regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity/expression/trans status, race, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.

We are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for everyone. This includes a zero‑tolerance approach to sexual harassment of any kind. We believe that all individuals deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace and online community free from harassment, intimidation, and discrimination. We encourage open communication, provide clear reporting mechanisms for misconduct, and conduct thorough investigations. We expect everyone interacting with us to uphold these standards.

All staff will be carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures designed to emphasise the college's commitment to safeguarding. All posts, including volunteers, are subject to enhanced DBS clearance. All shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self‑declaration of any criminal record or information that will make them unsuitable to work with children. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn should any information come to light that has not been included in the self‑declaration. It is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from regulated activity relevant to children; anyone caught doing so will be reported to the police immediately. Please note that we reserve the right to review your online presence in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Closing date: 8th October 2026 at 08:00am

Interviews: 15th October 2026