Teacher of Health and Social Care

inploi; Wigan; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Wigan is seeking a Teacher of Health and Social Care to cover maternity leave from January 2026. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching 16-18-year-old students, aiming to improve learning outcomes and wellbeing. The role offers a salary between £32,178 to £49,725. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting youth welfare is essential.

Benefits

Support for work-life balance

Flexible working arrangements where possible

Qualifications

• Qualified to teach Health and Social Care.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
• Experience in delivering education to 16-18 year olds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Health and Social Care teaching to students.
• Improve students’ learning outcomes and wellbeing.
• Contribute to the college community.

Skills

Dynamic

Enthusiastic

Inspirational teaching

Commitment to student wellbeing

Education

Qualified to teach Health and Social Care at a sixth form level

Job description

Overview

St John Rigby College offers a wide range of academic and vocational courses at all levels in a highly supportive environment to approximately 1500 full-time students aged 16-18. We welcome applications from people who are keen to work with us to deliver educational excellence at all levels. In January 2024 the College retained its Ofsted “outstanding” judgement with inspectors commenting; “students are highly motivated to achieve”. In December 2023, the “outstanding” inspection report from the Catholic Schools Inspectorate began with; “St John Rigby College is a joyful, happy and supportive community.”

Teacher of Health and Social Care – fixed term contract to cover maternity leave

Start Date: January 2026

Hours per week: 1.0 FTE

Working pattern: Monday to Friday

Tenure: Fixed Term from January 2026 to January 2027

Salary/Grade: Sixth Form College’s Teacher Pay Scale - £32,178 to £49,725

We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic, and inspirational teacher to join our team, who is keen to contribute to the classroom experience of our students. You will be highly motivated and resilient, with a genuine desire to improve the lives of our young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Health and Social Care teaching to the College’s 16-18 students.
• Be highly motivated and committed to improving students’ learning outcomes and wellbeing.
• Contribute to the classroom experience and wider college community.
• Uphold safeguarding, equality of opportunity, and a culture of kindness and high expectations.
• Work with colleagues to support the college’s educational aims and values.

Requirements / Qualifications

Not explicitly listed in the job description. The successful candidate will be qualified to teach Health and Social Care at a sixth form level and committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Additional Information

• We value work-life balance and will endeavour to support flexible working arrangements where possible, while meeting the operational needs of the College.
• The College is accredited as a Disability Confident Employer and is a member of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter.
• For further details visit the college website or contact the HR Department for information on arranging a visit.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and online searches.

Closing Date: Thursday 9th October

Interviews: To be held week commencing 13 October

Safeguarding – The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.