Lead Teacher of Media Studies

Sigmatrust; Colchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dynamic Lead Teacher of Media Studies to inspire students and enhance their learning experience. This role involves teaching, planning engaging lessons, and providing support to young learners. With a commitment to professional development and a collaborative work environment, this position offers an excellent opportunity for both early career and experienced teachers. Join a team that values innovation and student success, while enjoying a range of employee benefits designed to support your well-being and career growth.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Free membership to Perkbox

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye care plan

Annual free flu vaccination

Discounted gym membership

Discounted cinema tickets

Eligible for Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Willingness to keep up to date with subject knowledge & pedagogy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with both adults and children.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across KS3 and KS4 with enthusiasm.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Pedagogy Knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

THE THOMAS LORD AUDLEY SCHOOL

Lead Teacher of Media Studies

(Suitable for Early Career Teachers or more experienced teachers )

Pay Range: Teachers Main Pay Scale or Upper Pay Scale + TLR2c

Actual Salary from: £31,650 to £49,084 per year + £3,391

Start Date: July or September 2025

The Role

The Thomas Lord Audley School are seeking a dynamic and motivated teacher to join our excellent English Department from July or September 2025 who will take responsibility for our Media Studies KS4 curriculum. We currently have one class in Year 11 next year and expect the same again for next year’s Year 10.

As a Teacher, your key responsibilities will include:

• Teaching English across KS3 and KS4 with enthusiasm
• Planning and delivering engaging lessons
• Assessing and providing meaningful feedback
• Providing care, guidance and support to our young people.
• Working as a member of a successful and innovative team

The full details can be found in the attached Candidate Pack, Job Outline and Person Specification.

We're looking for you if you have:

• A willingness to keep up to date with subject knowledge & pedagogy;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with both adults and children;
• The ability to organise and prioritise your own workload;
• A positive, helpful and courteous manner when carrying out your professional duties.

Why work for The Thomas Lord Audley School, Sigma Trust?

We can offer you:

• Employment on Teachers Pay & Conditions
• Friendly and value driven workplaces
• A robust CPD training programme that enables you to flourish
• Opportunities to work with colleagues across the Trust to share resources, ideas and build collaborative relationships
• “PPA+” - this is an on-going trial where full-time teachers are able to complete their PPA at home for one afternoon per fortnight rather than remaining in school

Employee benefits include:

• Excellent pension scheme

• A Health Cash Plan

• Free membership to Perkbox, offering discounts and savings

• Employee Assistance Programme providing free and confidential advice

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Eye care plan

• Annual free flu vaccination

• Discounted gym membership at selected local gyms

• Discounted cinema tickets

• Eligible for Blue Light Card

Please note that an integration period applies to all new staff joining the Trust, to support introduction into the organisation.

Additional Information:

For additional information about the Trust and its schools, please visit our website https://www.sigmatrust.org.uk/our-academies

To Apply

To apply for this post, please click on the ‘apply’ button.

Please note that only fully completed application forms will be accepted and any CVs and accompanying covering letters will be disregarded. A Notes for Applicants document is attached for further information.

Successful applicants will be invited to attend an Assessment Day at one of our schools which will include a lesson observation, face to face interview and task.

• Closing date: Midnight 12th May 2025
• Shortlisting date: 13th May 2025
• Interview date: w/c 19th May 2025

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision ‘To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts’, where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.