Head of Department - Media

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in West Sussex seeks a motivated Head of Media to lead its expanding department. Ideal candidates will have a strong track record in teaching Media at GCSE and A Level, a creative approach to leadership, and the ability to innovate the curriculum. This full-time, permanent position offers a dynamic environment for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Access to excellent resources and technologies

Supportive community ethos

Qualifications

• Track record of delivering Media at GCSE and A Level.
• Exceptional subject knowledge and enthusiasm for media literacy.
• Experience mentoring and supporting staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Media curriculum across KS4 and KS5.
• Drive curriculum innovation, assessment strategy, and teaching excellence.
• Mentor and support fellow staff to raise achievement.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Media Literacy

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

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Head of Media — Full-Time, Permanent (Main Pay Scale + TLR)

Start Date: September | Location: West Sussex | Suitable for experienced teachers

Are you a passionate educator and creative visionary ready to lead the charge in shaping the next generation of media-makers?

This thriving secondary school is seeking a Head of Media to spearhead its ambitious and expanding Media Department. With a strong foundation already in place, this is a prime opportunity for an innovative classroom practitioner to take Media to new heights—both in terms of student achievement and department-wide creativity.

What you’ll do:

1. Lead and manage the Media curriculum across KS4 and KS5 with strategic direction and energy.
2. Inspire students with dynamic, real-world learning experiences, industry-relevant projects, and cutting-edge digital media content.
3. Drive curriculum innovation, assessment strategy, and teaching excellence within a supportive and well-resourced department.
4. Collaborate with colleagues across the Creative Arts Faculty to enrich interdisciplinary learning.
5. Mentor and support fellow staff to raise achievement and foster a culture of professional growth.

What we're looking for:

1. A qualified teacher with a strong track record of delivering Media at GCSE and A Level.
2. Someone with exceptional subject knowledge, creative flair, and an enthusiasm for media literacy and digital storytelling.
3. A confident leader who thrives on developing others, driving standards, and making meaningful contributions to whole-school life.
4. A future thinker who is ready to shape a curriculum that speaks to the ever-evolving media landscape.

What you’ll get:

1. The opportunity to lead a respected department within a vibrant and supportive learning environment.
2. Professional development tailored to your leadership journey, including opportunities for middle leadership growth.
3. Access to excellent resources and technologies to deliver an exciting, forward-facing media curriculum.
4. A strong community ethos where staff and students flourish together.

Whether you’re an experienced subject leader or a talented practitioner ready for the next step, this role offers a fulfilling pathway to shape the future of media education.

#4700351 - Benjamin Mair