Health and Social Care Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic multi-academy trust is seeking a passionate Health and Social Care teacher. This role involves teaching across Key Stage 4 and 5, delivering engaging lessons while creating an inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong teaching background and the ability to motivate students. The position offers a collaborative work culture, professional development, and wellness initiatives. Candidates with interests in psychology, childcare, or criminology are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Wellness Day

Family Friendly Policies

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment.
• Ability to inspire and motivate pupils and colleagues.
• Willingness for continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach Health and Social Care across Key Stage 4 and 5.
• Lead and coordinate programmes of study.
• Contribute to pupil wellbeing and act as a form tutor.

Skills

Subject knowledge in Health and Social Care

Outstanding teaching track record

Interpersonal skills

Innovation and adaptability

Emotional intelligence

Job description

Overview

Are you a passionate and inspiring Health and Social Care teacher eager to make a real difference in the lives of young people? QUEST Academy Trust offers an exceptional opportunity to join a vibrant, values-driven organisation dedicated to nurturing learners from early years through to employment.

Join us on a journey to empower pupils with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to thrive now and in the future.

About the Role

This 0.8 FTE maternity cover position offers the opportunity to teach Health and Social Care across Key Stage 4 and 5, inspiring pupils through engaging, well-structured lessons that foster critical thinking and practical skills. You will lead and coordinate programmes of study, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for external assessments and vocational qualifications.

You will be part of a supportive subject team within a school that embraces innovative teaching approaches and up-to-date facilities. Beyond the classroom, you’ll contribute to pupil wellbeing, act as a form tutor, and help build strong links with parents and the local community.

If you have additional interests or expertise in psychology, childcare, or criminology, this role offers a wonderful chance to bring those passions into your teaching and enrich the curriculum.

About You

• Has excellent subject knowledge and a proven track record of outstanding teaching in Health and Social Care
• Is committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where every pupil can excel
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire and motivate pupils, colleagues, and parents alike
• Embraces innovation and continuous professional development to enhance teaching and learning
• Is adaptable, emotionally intelligent, and able to work collaboratively within a team and across the Trust

If you are passionate about making a positive, lasting impact on young people’s lives and thrive in a nurturing, forward-thinking setting, UCS is the place for you.

• Application to be returned to: [e-mail]

We welcome visits to the school or further discussions; please contact Mr. I. Barry, Headteacher. Email: [e-mail] | Phone: [phone]

What the school offers its staff

About QUEST Academy Trust

QUEST Academy Trust is a successful and dynamic multi-academy trust serving the Northwest region, educating over 1700 children and young people across five schools and nursery settings. Our Trust spans from early years to sixth form, providing a seamless educational experience rooted in strong values.

Our vision is to prepare every child and young person to learn for life by equipping them with the skills, experiences, and high-quality education they need to reach their full potential. We champion a culture that is Professional and Compassionate, Responsible and Respectful, Loyal and Kind.

Our strategic priorities focus on uniting our schools with strong governance, developing accountability systems to raise standards, investing in people and facilities, and building lasting partnerships to support growth. As part of QUEST, you will be joining a community that truly values collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Wellness Day - An additional day leave for you to spend time on your own wellness. A day to rest and recuperate, bringing your best selves back to work
• Family Friendly Policies
• The satisfaction of making a tangible difference to pupils’ lives and futures
• See employee benefits brochure for further details
• A supportive and collaborative working environment within a successful multi-academy Trust
• Access to a range of professional development opportunities including coaching, mentoring, and subject-specific training

Further details about the role

• Candidates with additional interests in psychology, childcare, or criminology are especially encouraged to apply.

QUEST Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Enhanced DBS clearance is required prior to appointment.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to checks including: childcare disqualification, DBS, medical, online and social media checks, prohibition from teaching where relevant, right to work, satisfactory references, and suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.