Job Description
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Trainee Teacher of Health and Social Care. This is a one-year training position starting in August 2026. You must be committed to train as an active and innovative teacher and be passionate about Health and Social Care. The course pathway leads to the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Our commitment is to provide the best possible education for every student that we serve. We are a fully inclusive Catholic Sixth Form College with a diverse and multi-cultural student body of 1100 16 to 19-year old Sixth Form students and 110 members of staff.
You will study for your teaching qualification one day per week. General Practice training will be delivered at St Charles Borromeo Teaching Hub on Wednesday morning, followed by Subject training in the afternoon.
Alongside your training, you will work as a teacher on a reduced timetable, four days per week, in a well-resourced Health and Social Care department that provides an exciting environment in which to deliver your skills as a teacher. You will be allocated a mentor for your training year; this will be an experienced subject specialist and will have 1.5 hours of protected time per week to support your development.
This is a fixed-term role for one year (the length of your training course). The salary will be paid at Unqualified Teachers Pay Scale Point 1: £28342, inclusive of Inner London Weighting.
Person Specification
To apply for this role, it is essential to show the following:
• English UK GCSE certificate/ equivalency test certificate OR Overseas English qualification and corresponding ENIC statement of comparability.
• Maths UK GCSE certificate/ equivalency test certificate OR Overseas Maths qualification and corresponding ENIC statement of comparability.
• UK Degree certificate OR Overseas Degree and corresponding ENIC statement of comparability.
Staff Perks:
• Teachers work from home 1 day per week*
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Company Car Scheme
• Free car parking
• Interest-free travel loan
• Employee Assist Programme
• College gym
• Inner-London Weighting on all salaries
• Professional development training and courses incl. ITT, ECT and full suite of NPQs
• Terms and conditions apply, you are welcome to contact the Principal informally to discuss this or any other aspect of college life by emailing Mrs Briggs; [email protected]
For further details, contact Elaine Campbell at [email protected]
Please return application forms and a letter of application via the apply button.
Closing date: Friday 20th March 2026.
Shortlisting: March 2026.
Interview date to be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive applications from suitable candidates before the advertised closing date.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Candidates for vacant posts are expected to share this commitment, and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check. We are an equal opportunities employer. The College has a strong commitment to equal opportunities and respect for all members of our community regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, *** and ****** orientation. If you have not had a response from the college within 2 weeks after shortlisting/prior to the interview date, your application has been unsuccessful.
You will study for your teaching qualification one day per week. General Practice training will be delivered at St Charles Borromeo Teaching Hub on Wednesday morning, followed by Subject training in the afternoon.
Alongside your training, you will work as a teacher on a reduced timetable, four days per week, in a well-resourced Health and Social Care department that provides an exciting environment in which to deliver your skills as a teacher. You will be allocated a mentor for your training year; this will be an experienced subject specialist and will have 1.5 hours of protected time per week to support your development.
This is a fixed-term role for one year (the length of your training course). The salary will be paid at Unqualified Teachers Pay Scale Point 1: £28342, inclusive of Inner London Weighting.
Person Specification
To apply for this role, it is essential to show the following:
• English UK GCSE certificate/ equivalency test certificate OR Overseas English qualification and corresponding ENIC statement of comparability.
• Maths UK GCSE certificate/ equivalency test certificate OR Overseas Maths qualification and corresponding ENIC statement of comparability.
• UK Degree certificate OR Overseas Degree and corresponding ENIC statement of comparability.
Staff Perks:
• Teachers work from home 1 day per week*
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Company Car Scheme
• Free car parking
• Interest-free travel loan
• Employee Assist Programme
• College gym
• Inner-London Weighting on all salaries
• Professional development training and courses incl. ITT, ECT and full suite of NPQs
• Terms and conditions apply, you are welcome to contact the Principal informally to discuss this or any other aspect of college life by emailing Mrs Briggs; [email protected]
For further details, contact Elaine Campbell at [email protected]
Please return application forms and a letter of application via the apply button.
Closing date: Friday 20th March 2026.
Shortlisting: March 2026.
Interview date to be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive applications from suitable candidates before the advertised closing date.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Candidates for vacant posts are expected to share this commitment, and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check. We are an equal opportunities employer. The College has a strong commitment to equal opportunities and respect for all members of our community regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, *** and ****** orientation. If you have not had a response from the college within 2 weeks after shortlisting/prior to the interview date, your application has been unsuccessful.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Trainee Teacher of Health and Social Care position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
