KS4 Science & Health Social Care Teacher at South Devon UTC
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About this Role
KS4 Science and Health and Social Care Teacher
South Devon UTC
Part of Education South West (ESW)
Report to: Lead of Health Pathway
Salary: MPS/UPS
Contract: 0.6 fte
Start date: 1.9.26
About Education South West
Education South West (ESW) is a trust driven by the belief that every student deserves an excellent education, regardless of background. Our work is guided by our core values of:
Ambition • Collaboration • Communication • Excellence • Respect
South Devon UTC is a distinctive, employer-led school serving students aged 14–19, with a strong technical and academic focus.
The Role
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed KS4 Science Teacher to join our growing Health & Social Care team at South Devon UTC. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching that inspires curiosity, supports strong outcomes, and prepares students for their next steps in health education, training or employment.
This role requires a teacher who embraces the UTC ethos, values collaboration, and is committed to inclusive, ambitious education for all learners.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching & Learning
Deliver high-quality KS4 teaching in line with the BTEC Level 2 First Award Health & Social Care specifications and AQA combined Science specification
Plan engaging, well-structured lessons that meet the needs of all learners
Set high expectations for behaviour, effort and academic success
Embed literacy, numeracy and technical skills within teaching
Assessment & Outcomes
Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and inform teaching
Provide clear, constructive feedback to support student improvement
Contribute to intervention strategies to raise attainment
Professional Contribution
Work collaboratively within the Science and Health & Social Care Department and wider UTC team
Contribute to the wider life of the school, including enrichment and employer-related activities
Engage fully in professional development and performance management
Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and student welfare
Living the ESW Values
All ESW staff are expected to actively demonstrate the Trust values:
Ambition: High expectations for ourselves and our students
Collaboration: Working positively with colleagues, families and partners
Communication: Clear, professional and respectful communication
Excellence: A commitment to continual improvement and quality
Respect: Creating a safe, inclusive and supportive environment
Person Specification
Essential
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Degree in a science-related subject
Experience of teaching KS4 Science
Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for science/health education
Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice
Desirable
Experience teaching within a technical, UTC or career-focused setting
Ability to teach scientific topics relevant to health and social care
Why Work for ESW?
A values-driven, supportive trust culture
Excellent professional development opportunities
Collaboration across schools within ESW
A clear commitment to staff wellbeing and development
Safeguarding
Education South West is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check
Education South West is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This includes checks with past employers, an online check of publicly available information, including social media, and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service Include exemption from rehabilitation act 1974
Related Documents
No related document attached
Contact Details
Julie Wastell
01626 240201
julie.wastell@southdevonutc.org.uk
South Devon UTC
Open Data obtained from: Department for EducationDevon
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