Leader of Media Studies - Permanent

Driver Hire Borders; Crawley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading secondary school in Crawley seeks a dedicated Leader/Head of Media Studies. This permanent position involves guiding KS4 and KS5 students and leading the Media department. Ideal candidates will have QTS, a degree in Media, and proven leadership experience in an educational setting.

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Possess an excellent degree in Media or related subject.
• Have proven experience as a Media teacher across KS4 and KS5.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a clear vision and strategic plan for the Media department.
• Lead the development and review of a comprehensive Media curriculum.
• Inspire and manage the Media department team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Media or related subject

Job description

Are you a passionate and driven educator with a proven track record of success in Media studies?

Do you possess the leadership qualities to inspire and guide a team of talented professionals?

Do you want to shape the future of Media studies students within a thriving school setting?

If this sparks your interest, why not reach out? Let's connect!

Randstad Education is looking for a dedicated and experienced Leader/Head of Media Studies to support KS4 and KS5 students in a school in Crawley. This opportunity provides a competitive pay, aligned with your expertise, qualifications, and teaching background.

Our client is a secondary school committed to providing high-quality education and fostering a dynamic learning environment for its students. The school values innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. This role is a key leadership position within the Media department.

This is a permanent position and you will be required to support five days a week Monday - Friday inline with school hours 8:30AM-15:00PM.

You can simply email your CV now to [e-mail] and I will get in touch with you shortly!

Requirements:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Possess an excellent degree in Media or a related subject.
• Have proven experience as an exceptional Media teacher across KS4 and KS5.
• Have demonstrable experience in successful departmental leadership.
• Possess strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Passionate about Media and committed to high student achievement.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a clear vision and strategic plan for the Media department.
• Lead the development and review of a comprehensive Media curriculum at KS4 and KS5.
• Inspire, motivate, and manage the Media department team, providing guidance and support.
• Ensure departmental practices align with school policies and safeguarding procedures.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning within the department.
• Establish strong partnerships with parents/carers, involving them in their child's learning.

Preferred Skills:

• Provides visionary leadership and fosters high student achievement.
• Supports diverse learners to reach their full potential.
• Expert in Media curriculum and digital teaching tools.
• Demonstrates strong communication, organisation, and management skills.
• Collaborates effectively and embraces professional development.

Please note that this role is unable to offer any Sponsorship at this time.

All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child protection and UK eligibility vetting including a DBS check and providing satisfactory references. A DBS on the update service would be a distinct advantage due to the urgent nature of some of these roles.

If you have recent and relevant experience for this position and are immediately available for work then please email me your CV now to [e-mail] and I will be in touch with you!!

I look forward to hearing from you soon!