Job Description
Would you thrive in a supportive, forward-thinking environment that champions both academic excellence and student well-being?
Do you want to be the educator who empowers young people to understand the diverse world they live in?
Can you bring empathy, professional insight, and academic rigor to the classroom every single day?
About the Role
This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated Social Sciences Teacher specialising in Health & Social Care (H&SC) and Child Development. Operating on a full-time basis, this position is initially offered as a temporary contract starting in September, with a direct view to transitioning into a permanent role for the right candidate.
The successful educator will be responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging lessons across Key Stages 4 and 5 (KS4/5). This role demands a professional who can seamlessly bridge academic theory with practical, vocational relevance, preparing students for both external examinations and future careers in the care and education sectors.
About the School
Situated in Wakefield, this well-established school is renowned for its safe, supportive, and disciplined environment. The school operates as a close-knit community where both students and staff are encouraged to excel under the ethos of respect and high expectations. Boasting strong academic traditions alongside modern facilities, the academy provides an exceptionally well-structured behaviour management system, allowing teachers to focus entirely on delivering high-impact lessons. It is an institution that deeply values professional development, collaboration, and the holistic well-being of its workforce.
Key Requirements
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Holds QTS, QTLS, or an equivalent recognised UK teaching qualification.
* Enhanced DBS: A valid Enhanced DBS clearance registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one).
* Reference History: Provision of two professional, child-related references covering the last two years of employment.
* Eligibility to Work: Valid legal entitlement to work full-time in the UK.
Key Skills
* Curriculum Expertise: Deep subject knowledge of BTEC/Cambridge National/Technical specifications in Health & Social Care and Child Development at KS4 and KS5.
* Differentiated Instruction: Ability to tailor complex psychological, sociological, and developmental theories to suit diverse learning needs.
* Vocational Contextualisation: Skill in linking classroom learning to real-world health, social care, and early years settings.
* Exam Preparation: Proven capability in coaching students for external examinations and managing rigorous coursework moderation.
* Behaviour Management: Excellent classroom management skills grounded in positive reinforcement and mutual respect.
* Digital Literacy: Proficiency in utilizing interactive whiteboards, VLEs, and educational software to enhance learning.
Key Responsibilities
* Lesson Delivery: Plan, prepare, and deliver highly effective, engaging lessons that challenge and inspire students across KS4 and KS5.
* Assessment & Marking: Regularly assess, mark, and record student's classwork and coursework in line with school and exam board policies.
* Progress Tracking: Monitor and report on the academic progress, attainment, and well-being of assigned student cohorts.
* Coursework Internal Verification: Manage and internally verify student portfolios and vocational coursework assignments securely.
* Classroom Environment: Maintain a stimulating, organised, and safe learning environment that celebrates student achievement.
* Pastoral Support: Act as a form tutor, providing pastoral care, guidance, and monitoring the attendance and behaviour of a designated tutor group.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress via reports and parent's evenings.
* Continuous Improvement: Actively engage in the school's professional development program and self-evaluate teaching practices.
* Policy Compliance: Adhere to and implement all school policies, including those regarding safeguarding, behaviour, and health and safety.
* Resource Development: Contribute to the creation, sharing, and refinement of high-quality departmental schemes of work and learning resources.
What We Offer:
* A supportive, collaborative working environment.
* Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
* The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Could this be the ideal role for you?Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Social Science Teacher. For more information, please contact or call to speak to the secondary team