Health and Social Care Teacher (0.8 FTE)

University Collegiate School, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL3 5AG

23 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  as soon as possible

• Closing date

  1 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  6 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Health and social care
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: Mainscale to UPR
• Additional allowances:

  Mainscale to UPR

Health and Social Care Teacher (0.8 FTE) job summary

Are you a passionate and inspiring Health and Social Care teacher eager to make a real difference in the lives of young people? QUEST Academy Trust offers an exceptional opportunity to join a vibrant, values-driven organisation dedicated to nurturing learners from early years through to employment. Join us on a journey to empower pupils with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to thrive now and in the future.

About the Role

This 0.8 FTE maternity cover position offers the opportunity to teach Health and Social Care across Key Stage 4 and 5, inspiring pupils through engaging, well-structured lessons that foster critical thinking and practical skills. You will lead and coordinate programmes of study, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for external assessments and vocational qualifications. You will be part of a supportive subject team within a school that embraces innovative teaching approaches and up-to-date facilities. Beyond the classroom, you’ll contribute to pupil wellbeing, act as a form tutor, and help build strong links with parents and the local community.

If you have additional interests or expertise in psychology, childcare, or criminology, this role offers a wonderful chance to bring those passions into your teaching and enrich the curriculum.

About You

We are seeking a dedicated professional who:

Has excellent subject knowledge and a proven track record of outstanding teaching in Health and Social Care Is committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where every pupil can excel

Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire and motivate pupils, colleagues, and parents alike

Embraces innovation and continuous professional development to enhance teaching and learning

Is adaptable, emotionally intelligent, and able to work collaboratively within a team and across the Trust

If you are passionate about making a positive, lasting impact on young people’s lives and thrive in a nurturing, forward-thinking setting, UCS is the place for you.

What We Offer

Wellness Day - An additional day leave for you to spend time on your own wellness. A day to rest and recuperate, bringing your best selves back to work

Family Friendly Policies A supportive and collaborative working environment within a successful multi- academy Trust

Access to a range of professional development opportunities including coaching, mentoring, and subject-specific training

The satisfaction of making a tangible difference to pupils’ lives and futures

See employee benefits brochure for further details

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About University Collegiate School

• School type: Free School, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 604 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: University Collegiate School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/university-collegiate-school

Join the University Collegiate School – Shape the Future of Education!

Are you a passionate and visionary curriculum leader ready to make a lasting impact? UCS invites you to become a key part of our vibrant family, leading curriculum development and embedding the unique UTC ethos across all key stages at University Collegiate School (UCS), Bolton. This is a rare opportunity to inspire young people from ages 11 to 19 within a Trust that values character, community, and academic excellence.

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