Teacher of Health & Social CareEDV/2026/OSCA/18238 in Oldbury

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher passionate about Health & Social Care to join a successful and continually improving department with a talented team of specialists. There is potential for a teacher leadership role (TLR) for a suitably qualified candidate who would like to develop to become subject lead or head of year.

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding teacher of Health & Social Care who has high expectations, strong classroom management skills and good subject knowledge. At OSCA, we strive to support staff to continually develop their skills to ensure enjoyment and rigour in the classroom.

Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy is located in the Metropolitan Borough of Sandwell, a short distance from Birmingham. It is a slightly larger than average 11-16 co-educational academy with approximately 1,150 students, full and oversubscribed in every year group for the seventh consecutive year. The academy's reputation locally is excellent. OSCA was graded as a good academy for the third time in October 2023. The academy has been recognised with a variety of awards, including the Investors In People Gold Award, the Quality In Careers Standard Gold Award, the Basic Skills Quality Mark and the Artsmark Gold Award. This is a fantastic time to join the vibrant and caring learning community at OSCA.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?

• Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background.
• Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.
• We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child.
• At Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.

Benefits

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of a long-standing Trust dedicated to enabling children and young people to thrive.
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be.
• Being part of a team and community where you belong - receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-educated and ambitious network of experts and professionals at the heart of communities.
• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits.

Qualifications and Expectations

We are seeking outstanding candidates who have:

• A flair for innovation in learning and teaching.
• A compelling educational vision and the ability to motivate students.
• A commitment to delivering on our department and academy vision.

ECTs are welcomed to apply for this teaching post.

Legal and Safeguarding

Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered. All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children's Barred List. We therefore insist that all applicants complete the section on safeguarding in the application form in order to be considered for interview. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

We reserve the right to close this ad early, should the appropriate candidate be appointed.