Job Description:

Teacher of Health & Social Care

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Salary: MPS/UPS (Dependent on experience)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Start Date: January 2027

Inspire the Next Generation in Health & Social Care

Teaching Personnel is proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming and ambitious secondary school in Kettering, Northamptonshire, seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Teacher of Health & Social Care from January 2027 on a permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to join a supportive department and make a lasting impact on students preparing for careers in healthcare, social care, and related professions.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver engaging and inspiring Health & Social Care lessons across Key Stages 4 and 5.
• Plan, prepare and assess high-quality learning experiences that enable students to achieve their full potential.
• Support students in developing both academic knowledge and practical understanding of the health and social care sector.
• Monitor and track student progress, providing effective feedback and intervention where required.
• Contribute to the continued development of the curriculum and wider departmental initiatives.
• Uphold high standards of behaviour, achievement, and safeguarding.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for a teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching Health & Social Care at secondary level.
• Demonstrates strong subject knowledge and a passion for their specialism.
• Is committed to delivering outstanding teaching and learning.
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Works effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Is dedicated to supporting the personal and academic development of young people.

Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs with relevant subject expertise.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Well-behaved, engaged students who are eager to learn.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A strong leadership team committed to staff wellbeing.
• Excellent facilities and resources to support teaching and learning.

About Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is the UK's leading education recruitment agency, connecting talented educators with schools across the country. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.

How to Apply

If you are a dedicated Teacher of Health & Social Care looking for a new permanent opportunity from January 2027, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please submit your CV to Teaching Personnel today.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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