Social Science, Health and Social Care Teacher

Posted 11 July 2025
Salary £198 - £308 per day
LocationHackney
Job type Teacher
Discipline Secondary
ReferenceMP205656CT3100-A469631

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Social Science & Health and Social Care Teacher to join a  dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring teacher to support students’ understanding of society, health, and wellbeing, and to prepare them for further study or careers in these vital fields. Beginning September 2025.

Duties as a Social Science, Health and Social Care Teacher:

 

  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons in Social Sciences (e.g. Sociology, Psychology) and Health & Social Care at Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5.

  • Develop schemes of work that promote critical thinking, empathy, and an understanding of social issues and the care sector.

  • Prepare students for internal and external assessments, ensuring they are confident and well-prepared to succeed.

  • Monitor, assess and track student progress, providing constructive feedback and tailored support.

  • Contribute to curriculum development, enrichment activities and cross-curricular projects where appropriate.

  • Maintain up-to-date subject knowledge and participate actively in professional development opportunities.

  • Promote a safe, inclusive and respectful classroom environment.

Ideal Social Science, Health and Social Care Teacher:

 

  • A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS or equivalent).

  • A degree in a relevant subject such as Social Science, Sociology, Psychology, Health & Social Care or a related discipline.

  • Strong subject knowledge across both Social Sciences and Health & Social Care.

  • Excellent communication and classroom management skills as a Social Science, Health and Social Care Teacher.

  • The ability to inspire, motivate and support students of all abilities and backgrounds.

  • A commitment to high standards of teaching, learning and student wellbeing.

  • An understanding of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Why Step Teachers? 

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. 

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations. 

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. 

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