Health and Social Care Teacher

Location: Gateshead
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time
Pay: £130–£251 per day (dependent on experience)

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Health and Social Care Teacher looking for your next opportunity? Do you have the passion to inspire young people and help them develop the knowledge and skills they need for future careers?

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Gateshead to recruit a talented Health and Social Care Teacher. This full-time role offers the opportunity to teach motivated students across Key Stages 3 to 4 in a positive learning environment where your expertise will be valued.

The Role

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality Health and Social Care lessons across KS3–KS4.
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of students with varying abilities.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment where every student can thrive.
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress, providing constructive feedback to help learners achieve their full potential.
• Contribute to the wider life of the department and school community.

We're Looking For

The successful candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge in Health and Social Care.
• Experience teaching within a secondary school setting.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A positive, proactive attitude and the ability to build strong relationships with students and colleagues.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay rates of £130–£251, based on your experience and qualifications.
• Access to free, high-quality CPD, including THRIVE, behaviour management, and safeguarding training.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to work in a variety of schools and progress your teaching career.
• A straightforward registration process and continued professional support.

If you're ready to make a real difference in the classroom and take the next step in your teaching career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join Teaching Personnel and help shape the future of Health and Social Care education in Gateshead.

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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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