Health & Social Care Teacher

Simply Education Ltd; Witham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A mixed secondary school in Witham is seeking a full-time Health & Social Care Teacher. The role involves planning and delivering lessons across various key stages and requires Qualified Teacher Status or a degree in a related field. The school is dedicated to providing strong vocational pathways and promotes a supportive and collaborative staff community. The ideal candidate will have strong subject knowledge and excellent classroom management skills.

Benefits

Access to CPD and mentoring

Well-resourced classrooms

Supportive leadership focused on well-being

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or working towards it.
• Degree in Health & Social Care, Social Sciences, or Nursing.
• Experience in teaching vocational qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons for Health & Social Care across Key Stages.
• Monitor student progress and support their achievement.
• Design engaging learning activities including work placements.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Strong subject knowledge in Health & Social Care

Excellent planning and classroom management

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Health & Social Care or related field

Job description

Overview

Health & Social Care Teacher

Location: Witham, Essex
Contract Type: Full‑time, Permanent (or Fixed‑term considered)
Start Date: Immediate Start (or as soon as available)
Salary: £30,000 - £48,000 per annum (depending on experience, plus TLR or additional payments where applicable)

About Us

We are a mixed secondary school serving the Witham community, committed to academic excellence and personal development. Our curriculum includes strong vocational pathways, including Health & Social Care, which we believe is critical in preparing students for careers in health, social work, early years, and related sectors. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment where staff have access to continuing professional development and collaborative working.

The Role

• Plan, prepare, deliver and assess lessons in Health & Social Care across Key Stages 3, 4 and (if applicable) Post‑16
• Teach vocational qualifications (e.g. BTEC, OCR, NCFE) and/or relevant GCSE / A‑Level modules
• Monitor student progress; intervene where necessary to support students to achieve their potential
• Design engaging and real‑world learning activities including visits, guest speakers, work placements
• Contribute to development of schemes of work, assessment strategies and subject resources
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments, support cross‑curricular links
• Promote positive behaviour and inclusive practices; support the welfare and pastoral needs of students
• Engage with parents, external agencies and stakeholders as required

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent, or working towards QTS
• Degree in Health & Social Care, Social Sciences, Nursing, or a closely related field
• Experience (or strong interest) in teaching Health & Social Care / vocational qualifications
• Strong subject knowledge and up‑to‑date awareness of practice in health and social care sectors
• Excellent planning, classroom management and assessment skills
• The ability to use a range of teaching strategies to engage learners of differing abilities
• Good communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and promoting the well‑being of students

What We Offer

• A friendly, collaborative staff community
• Access to CPD, mentoring, and leadership development
• Well‑resourced classrooms and support for innovation in teaching
• Opportunities to lead or support enrichment, extra‑curricular or vocational activities
• Supportive leadership with a focus on staff well‑being

Application Process

Please submit a full CV and a supporting statement (max 2 pages) outlining your suitability against the person specification. Applications should be sent to . We reserve the right to interview early and appoint before the closing date if a strong candidate emerges.

This post is subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS, references, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK