Health and Social care teacher in Southampton

Health & Social Care & Child Development Teacher

Location: Southampton Area
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Long-Term Position with Permanent Opportunity for the Right Candidate
Pay: £170 – £260 per day, depending on experience

About the College

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a highly successful and ambitious sixth form college in the Southampton area.

The college is rated Outstanding by Ofsted and supports more than 5,000 full-time students in achieving their academic and career ambitions. Students benefit from a supportive environment designed to develop the knowledge, confidence and wider skills needed to progress successfully into university, apprenticeships or employment. [

The college provides an extensive curriculum including A Levels and Level 3 vocational qualifications, alongside specialist Aspire and Oxbridge programmes and a substantial range of extracurricular and enrichment opportunities.

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate Health & Social Care / Child Development Teacher to join the college from January 2027.

You will be working with post-16 learners, delivering engaging and inspiring teaching that develops students' understanding of health, social care, human development and related professional settings.

Health & Social Care is already part of the college's established curriculum, making this an excellent opportunity to join a successful post-16 learning environment with a strong focus on student progression. [

The successful candidate will support learners in developing the academic knowledge, practical understanding and independent study skills required for further education, university and careers across the health, care and education sectors.

This is a long-term position beginning in January 2027, with the potential to develop into a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an appropriate post-16 teaching qualification
• Has experience teaching Health & Social Care and/or Child Development
• Is confident delivering lessons to sixth form / post-16 students
• Has excellent classroom management and organisational skills
• Can deliver engaging, inclusive and well-planned lessons
• Is passionate about supporting young people to achieve their academic and career goals
• Works collaboratively and contributes positively to the wider college community

What's On Offer

• £170 – £260 per day, depending on experience
• January 2027 start
• Long-term position with potential for a permanent opportunity
• Opportunity to work within an Ofsted Outstanding sixth form college
• An ambitious and supportive teaching environment
• Strong focus on student progression to university and employment 
• Excellent enrichment and wider development opportunities for students

How to Apply

If you're an experienced Health & Social Care or Child Development teacher looking for a new opportunity from January 2027, we'd love to hear from you.

Please contact Daniel on (phone number removed) or send your CV today for further information.

Referral Bonus: Recommend a qualified teacher and receive £150 once they have completed five days of teaching.