Job Description

Salary:

Sixth form college pay scale

Job type:

Full Time, Part Time, Permanent

Apply by:

6 May 2025

Job overview

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Health and Social Care and T Level Health Teacher

32,178 to 49,725 per annum for full time



Do you have a passion for Health and Social Care? Do you have a degree in a relevant subject? Are you a qualified teacher, or studying to be one? Are you ready to empower the next generation of health and social care heroes?



If you have answered YES to these questions then we would love to hear from you!



At Blackpool Sixth we are all about empowering young people and creating a place where learning truly comes to life. We specialise in outstanding 16-19 education, and following growth in the department we are on the lookout for a dedicated Health and Social Care and T Level Health Teacher to join our fabulous team on a permanent and full time basis (part time may be considered). This is your chance to be part of a vibrant, supportive, and forward-thinking college; now proud members of The Coastal Collaborative Trust.



This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact, whether you're taking your first steps in teaching or looking to elevate your established career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.



Based in our Social Sciences department you will work closely with others to support your students in achieving their goals and discovering their potential. Our Health and Social Care team is proud of the strong partnerships they've built with local employers and universities; opening doors to real-world experience, expert mentoring, and clear, exciting pathways into higher education and meaningful careers. Together, we create a learning environment where ambition thrives and futures take shape.



A day in your new role could see you:

Inspiring and motivating students as they explore the diverse and vital world of Health and Social Care Crafting and delivering engaging, high-quality lessons that cater to the unique needs and learning styles of every student. Collaborating with a dynamic team to develop outstanding schemes of work and enriching resources Mentoring and guiding students on their journey to realise their individual goals and future aspirations Creating opportunities for work placements and career progression in the health and social care field Opening doors to a range of exciting progression opportunities in the Health and Social Care sector through our collaborative network

Inspire Futures. Shape Lives.

Help us grow the next generation of health and care professionals; apply today!



Closing date: 6th May 2025 at 9:00am


Interviews: 13th May 2025

The benefits

Our people are extremely important to us and we are therefore delighted to provide the following benefits:-

Cycle to work scheme for contracts over 12 months Free use of the college gym Education specific learning and development Free car parking Subsidised Costa Coffee on site and a wide range of catering outlets An in house People & Wellbeing site with loads of self-help guidance Access to wellbeing and counselling services for you and your family Long service awards recognising loyalty and dedication 15 hours of gifted TOIL (pro-rata) to use for flexibility throughout the year Family friendly policies to support our staff with parenting and caring responsibilities Be yourself; enjoy being part of a culture and community with different backgrounds, interests, faiths and lifestyles

Our commitment to a safe and respectful environment

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to a diverse and inclusive community. We do not tolerate discrimination and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We provide equal access, services, and care regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity/expression/trans status, race, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.

We are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for everyone. This includes a zero-tolerance approach to sexual harassment of any kind. We believe that all individuals deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace and online community free from harassment, intimidation, and discrimination.We encourage open communication, provide clear reporting mechanisms for misconduct, and conduct thorough investigations. We expect everyone interacting with us to uphold these standards.

All staff will be carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures designed to emphasise the college's commitment to safeguarding. All posts, including volunteers, are subject to enhanced DBS clearance. All shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration of any criminal record or information that will make them unsuitable to work with children. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn should any information come to light that has not been included in the self-declaration. It is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from regulated activity relevant to children, anyone caught doing so will be reported to the police immediately. Please note that we reserve the right to review your online presence in line with keeping children safe in education guidance.

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About

Blackpool Sixth Form College

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Blackpool Sixth Form College

Blackpool Old Road, Blackpool
Lancashire
FY3 7LR
United Kingdom

+44 1253 394911

We are a high-achieving sixth form, giving our students an excellent springboard to success. We educate the whole student, providing all with excellent teaching and opportunities for growth and personal development. We are recognised by Ofsted as an outstanding sixth form. We are relatively small in size, with just over 2000 students and approximately 200 staff. This means that we are a close and caring community.



We serve the whole Fylde Coast area, which includes Poulton-le-Fylde and Lytham St Annes, as well as Blackpool and the surrounding towns and villages. Blackpool Sixth is a friendly, positive and supportive place to work and is rated Grade One: Outstanding by Ofsted (2009). In 2009, we became one of the first organisations in the country to be awarded the Investors in People Gold Award. Staff are committed to the needs and aspirations of our students and supported by an extensive programme of staff development.



Staff are highly committed to the needs and aspirations of our students. The continued growth in student numbers and planned curriculum developments has enabled the sixth form to invest in new staff and new buildings. The college is designated as a Teaching School in partnership with Hodgson Academy and it's a really exciting time to be part of Blackpool Sixth.



All new staff are offered a thorough induction program; this is supplemented for Newly Qualified Teachers with a comprehensive series of training sessions throughout the academic year. All new staff are allocated a mentor in their probationary year, they are here to offer support and guidance in your new role.It's not just teachers that we develop, both teaching and support staff are involved in an annual programme of staff development, supported by individual performance management reviews and training and development plans.



On top of the internal opportunities staff now also benefit from a wider programme of Continuing Professional Development events which come from being part of the Teaching School Alliance, these include nationally accredited programmes.