Website La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School
La Retraite is a high-achieving inner-city comprehensive school with 1,200 students, including a thriving Sixth Form. We were judged Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted (Dec 2023) and Outstanding in all nine areas in our 2024 Diocesan Inspection.
We are seeking a passionate and inspiring Health & Social Care Teacher to join our outstanding team in a full-time, permanent position. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality teaching across Health & Social Care T Level pathways, inspire future professionals, and contribute to the continued success of a thriving vocational department.
The ideal candidate will:
• Be a qualified and motivated teacher of Health & Social Care or Biology.
• Have a strong track record of delivering outstanding lessons and securing excellent learner outcomes.
• Experience teaching T Level Health and vocational qualifications is desirable.
• Be willing to develop and teach across vocational pathways, including Health & Social Care.
• Be committed to developing students’ knowledge, confidence, employability skills, and readiness for industry.
• Demonstrate high expectations, excellent classroom practice, and a clear commitment to the Teachers’ Standards.
• Bring energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for transforming young people’s futures.
• Embrace and actively support our Catholic ethos.
We warmly welcome applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) who are eager to develop their practice within a supportive and collaborative environment.
At La Retraite, our vibrant and inclusive community is built on a commitment to excellence, challenge, and care. Our Catholic ethos welcomes staff and students of all faiths and none, fostering a culture where every individual is valued.
If you are excited to contribute to our outstanding team, we would love to hear from you!
What We Offer
• Endless opportunities for CPD to support your professional growth.
• Dedicated weekly mentor hour for ECTs and PGCE students.
• Two weeks paid work for ECTs starting early to support transition and induction.
• Collaborative cross-curricular working parties to develop teaching and share best practices.
• A comprehensive induction programme for all new staff.
• Inner London weighting for competitive remuneration.
• A two-week October half-term break.
• A dedicated wellbeing programme and access to a healthcare scheme.
• Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme and long-service awards.