Teacher of Health and Social Care

The Ellen Wilkinson School For Girls; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Greater London is seeking a dedicated Health & Social Care Teacher to engage students across the ability range. The successful candidate will deliver lessons in alignment with the National Curriculum, maintain detailed records, and foster a positive and supportive classroom atmosphere. This role includes participating in the pastoral life of the school and ensuring the health and safety of pupils. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are available.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status is essential for this position.
• Experience in teaching Health & Social Care across different age ranges.
• Strong ability to manage classroom dynamics and promote a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties with regard to Equal Opportunities principles.
• Teach assigned classes following the National Curriculum.
• Promote high standards of achievement among pupils.
• Maintain accurate records of schemes of work and lesson plans.

Skills

Understanding of National Curriculum

Classroom management

Ability to plan and deliver lessons

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Summary

To teach Health & Social Care across the age and ability range of the school, and any subsidiary subject offered to an appropriate level.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To carry out duties at all times with due regard to the principles of Equal Opportunities

Teaching & Learning

• To teach the classes and groups assigned with due regard to the National Curriculum, the Curriculum of the School and the Schemes of Work of the Department
• This includes planning and preparation of courses and lessons, setting of homework and marking of work carried out by pupils
• To continue the development, successful delivery and assessment of all courses which form a key part of the Department’s curriculum

Achievements of Pupils

• To promote the achievement of each individual pupil by setting appropriate goals, promoting high standards of achievement in work and behaviour
• To engender enthusiasm for pupil learning through purposeful work and good classroom control and organisation

Assessment, Recording and Reporting

• To enter fully into monitoring and assessment, recording and reporting procedures

Review

• To take part in the review, development and evaluation procedures relating to the Health & Social Care Department

Current Developments within Subjects

• To keep abreast of current developments in Health & Social Care and any subsidiary subject as appropriate, with particular reference to National Curriculum criteria

Record Keeping

• To maintain accurate records relating to the schemes of work, lesson plans and other departmental matters

Staff Development

• To attend and participate in appropriate in-service courses deemed to be relevant both to the department and the School
• To take part in the school’s Performance Management process and procedures

Pastoral

• To play a full part in the pastoral functions of the school, usually as a form tutor. This includes involvement in the delivery the Personal, Social and Health Education programme
• To provide relevant guidance to pupils on educational and social matters, and on further education and future careers

Behaviour of Pupils

• To maintain good order and sensible behaviour, and appropriate supervision of pupils

Communication

• To communicate and consult with parents of pupils, other professionals and members of the Governing Body, or appropriate

Contribution to the Departmental and Year Teams

• To contribute to the smooth running of the Department and the Pastoral Team by carrying out reasonable tasks

Cross Curricular

• To work in partnership with other subject departments to ensure the delivery of cross-curricular themes

Extra Curricular

• To take a full part in the extra curricular life of the school

Health & Safety

• To be pro-active in ensuring the school’s Health & Safety Policy is implemented.
• To safeguard the health and safety of pupils both when they are on school premises or when engaged in authorised school activities elsewhere

Educational Visits

• To develop links with business and the community, to provide good learning opportunities for students.

Recruitment Pack and Application Forms can be obtained from www.ellenwilkinson.ealing.sch.uk/1321/vacancies