Health and Social Care Teacher - Croydon, South London 🩹

We are actively seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Health and Social Care Teacher to join a supportive secondary school located in the diverse borough of Croydon. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire students pursuing careers in healthcare and social work.

The Role

The school is looking for a qualified Health and Social Care Teacher with experience teaching the subject at Key Stage 4 (GCSE/Vocational) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level/BTEC). The ideal candidate will be adept at linking theoretical knowledge to professional practice and industry standards. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering high-quality, engaging lessons in Health and Social Care to students studying vocational and academic routes.
• Developing and implementing a rigorous curriculum that covers key topics such as human development, communication, health promotion, and professional care values.
• Guiding students through practical skills, coursework, and examination preparation, ensuring excellent attainment.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the sector and providing students with relevant career advice and industry insights.
• Collaborating with the wider faculty to organize potential work experience or guest speaker opportunities for students.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this rewarding position, you should have:

• A degree in Health and Social Care, Nursing, Social Work, or a closely related field.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a PGCE.
• Proven experience teaching Health and Social Care at the secondary level, with expertise in preparing students for BTEC/Cambridge National/Technical qualifications at Key Stage 4 and 5.
• A strong understanding of the sector's ethical, legal, and professional frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to foster empathy and professional conduct in students.

Salary & Application

The salary for this position is competitive and will be paid to the MPS/UPS scale (Outer London pay scale), commensurate with your experience and qualifications.

If you are a talented Health and Social Care Teacher looking for a new challenge in a supportive Croydon school, please apply through our recruitment platform or contact our agency directly for further details. We are actively interviewing for this role and encourage prompt applications.