Teacher of Health & Social Care in Dartford

Leigh Academy Wilmington is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated, and knowledgeable Teacher of Health and Social Care. This is a fantastic opportunity for an educator with a passion for the subject and a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching that prepares students for meaningful futures in the health and social care sector.

What we look for:

• A deep understanding of the Health and Social Care sector and the ability to translate complex concepts into engaging, high-impact lessons.
• A proven track record (or the clear potential) of driving student progress and maintaining high standards of academic achievement.
• An eagerness to contribute to a thriving department that values professional development, inclusion, and the collective pursuit of excellence.

Why Leigh Academy Wilmington?

At Wilmington, we pride ourselves on a culture of mutual respect and continuous improvement. You will join a supportive community that prioritises staff wellbeing and provides a robust framework for professional growth. We are dedicated to “shaping tomorrow’s society” by investing in the educators who lead the way.

Leigh Academy Wilmington, rated Outstanding by Ofsted in May 2023, provides a world-class education with a focus on academic excellence, personal growth, and community engagement. Our students, from diverse backgrounds, achieve exceptional results, with our value-added scores placing us in the top national band for similar schools. We offer the IB Career-related Programme for sixth formers and the IB Middle Years Programme for Key Stage 3. Students benefit from a calm, purposeful environment, extensive enrichment opportunities, and a strong pastoral programme that prepares them for university or high-level apprenticeships.

We are a forward-thinking and supportive community, committed to professional development for our staff. We work collaboratively to ensure all students flourish and are well-prepared for a complex world.

Applying for this Opportunity:

Please click here to view our website, to find out more about Leigh Academy Wilmington. Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): charlotte.herberts@latrust.org.uk/01634 412 245.

To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for. Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity:

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.