Job Description

Sociology and Health & Social Care Teacher
Location: Tower Hamlets
Salary: 185 - 265 per day
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Long-term / Permanent
GSL Education London Branch are delighted to be looking for a Sociology and Health & Social Care Teacher to join a vibrant coeducational comprehensive secondary school and sixth form in Tower Hamlets. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and inspiring educator to make a real difference to students' learning and future success.
The school prides itself on being inclusive, supportive, and ambitious for every student. As a Sociology and Health & Social Care Teacher, you will play an important role in shaping young minds, building confidence, and preparing learners for higher education and beyond.
Responsibilities
Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons in Sociology and Health & Social Care across KS4 and KS5.
Inspire and motivate students to achieve their full academic potential.
Assess, track, and provide constructive feedback on student progress.
Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
Contribute to departmental planning, curriculum development, and wider school life.
Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or relevant teaching qualification.
Experience teaching Sociology and/or Health & Social Care at secondary or sixth form level.
Strong classroom management and communication skills.
A genuine passion for teaching and helping students succeed.
Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners.
This role is perfect for an enthusiastic Sociology and Health & Social Care Teacher who is committed to high standards and who wants to work in a forward-thinking school environment. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to develop, this could be the role for you.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
For more information or to register your interest in the Sociology and Health & Social Care Teacher role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

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