Film and Media Tutor

Orpheus; Godstone; On-site; GBP 24,891 - 30,287; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive arts education provider in Godstone is looking for a Film and Media Tutor to design and deliver engaging sessions. You will support students and guide their professional development while ensuring a nurturing environment. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field, a teaching qualification or willingness to obtain one, and experience in arts education with disabled youth. The position offers a salary range of £24,891.75 to £30,287.47 depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with young disabled people in an arts or education setting.
• Strong knowledge of film and media production and performance devising.
• Experience working with awarding bodies and quality inspection processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging film and media sessions.
• Act as a personal tutor for Film and Media majors.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan reviews.

Skills

Film and media production

Teaching skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Portfolio assessment

Inspiring learners

Education

Degree in Film, Media or related arts discipline

PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

At the Orpheus Centre, we support young disabled adults to discover what they can do — building confidence, independence and creative skills through the performing arts. Our work is bold, inclusive and life‑changing, and every member of our team plays a vital role in creating an environment where students feel listened to, supported and empowered to take centre stage.

Film and Media Tutor

Location: The Orpheus Centre, Godstone, Surrey
Salary: £24,891.75 – £30,287.47 per annum (dependent on qualifications)
Hours: 35 hours per week, 44 weeks per year
Contract: Permanent

The Role

You will design and deliver engaging film and media sessions, support learners to achieve recognised qualifications, and act as a personal tutor for Film and Media majors. Working closely with curriculum, wellbeing and care teams, you will help shape a rich, innovative curriculum that supports learners’ aspirations and professional development.

You will teach approximately 18 hours per week, alongside planning, assessment, rehearsals, performances and pastoral support. Some evening and off‑site work will be required in line with curriculum needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality film and media teaching leading to accredited qualifications.
• Act as a personal tutor, supporting learners’ progress, wellbeing and aspirations.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reviews and implement individual support strategies.
• Develop engaging schemes of work, lesson plans, assessments and learner evidence portfolios.
• Support performances, original learner‑devised work and collaborative productions.
• Work with colleagues and external partners to develop new creative initiatives.
• Promote professional behaviours, transferable skills and employability within the arts.
• Contribute to quality assurance, monitoring and continuous improvement processes.
• Uphold safeguarding, health and safety, and equality and diversity standards at all times.

About You

• Degree (or equivalent) in Film, Media or a related arts discipline.
• Teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with young disabled people, including learners with SEN, in an arts or education setting.
• Strong knowledge of film and media production and performance devising.
• Experience gathering and assessing portfolio evidence for qualifications.
• Excellent organisational, IT and communication skills.
• Ability to inspire learners and manage multiple priorities with flexibility and humour.
• PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience working with awarding bodies, Ofsted frameworks or quality inspection processes.
• Experience collaborating with external partners.

Orpheus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references. This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

In order to be considered you must be eligible to work in the UK.