Health & Social Studies Teacher

Health & Social Studies Teacher – BTEC – SEMH – Alternative Provision

An alternative provision is seeking a committed and resilient Health & Social Studies Teacher to teach small classes of students with SEMH needs who have been excluded from mainstream education. This is a rewarding opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about vocational learning and skilled at re‑engaging young people through structured, meaningful lessons.

As a Health & Social Studies Teacher, you will deliver BTEC Health and Social Care to small groups of secondary‑aged students. Strong classroom management skills are essential, alongside the ability to build positive relationships and maintain high expectations in a supportive but structured environment.

• Teaching BTEC Health and Social Care to small classes of students with SEMH needs
• Planning and delivering engaging, practical and accessible lessons
• Supporting students who have been excluded from mainstream education
• Managing behaviour confidently and consistently
• Using vocational learning to re‑engage students and build confidence
• Working closely with teaching assistants and pastoral staff
• Monitoring progress and supporting students to achieve qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification
• Experience teaching BTEC Health and Social Care
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Experience working with SEMH students or in alternative provision (desirable)
• A resilient, patient and adaptable teaching style
• A genuine commitment to supporting students with complex needs

• Small class sizes allowing for personalised teaching
• A supportive leadership team with clear behaviour systems
• Strong pastoral and TA support
• Access to appropriate resources for vocational delivery
• Competitive rates of pay

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Health & Social Studies Teacher who wants to make a real difference in an alternative provision setting.

If you are interested, please Apply Now or contact The Education Network Birmingham.

Not the role for you? Ask about our other teaching vacancies or refer a colleague and enquire about our excellent referral scheme.

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.

The Education Network is committed tofer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high‑volume of applications we receive, only short‑listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.