Lecturer, Creative Media

onlyFE; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

onlyFE is seeking an exceptional lecturer to join the media team at the Southend campus. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons across Level 1–3 programmes, and assume Course Leader responsibilities for a group of learners.

The role includes assessing learners and providing formative and summative feedback to drive progress within a supportive team. The ideal candidate will bring strong practical media skills, proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop and Premiere Pro preferred), and

Qualifications

• Must hold, or be prepared to work towards, a teaching qualification; full funding for in-house Cert Ed (Level 5) or PGCE (Level 6).
• Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject with English and Maths at Level 2 is required.
• Strong practical media skills and familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons to Level 1–3 learners.
• Take on Course Leader responsibilities for a group of learners.
• Assess learners and provide formative and summative feedback to support progress.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Teaching ability

Industry knowledge

Education

Level 3 qualification in relevant subject

English and Maths at Level 2

Cert Ed (Level 5)

PGCE (Level 6)

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Photoshop

Premiere Pro

Job description

The School of Creative and Performing Arts is looking to appoint an exceptional lecturer to join our media team. We currently offer a full range of media courses encompassing TV/film and print and digital-based media, delivered through both UAL qualifications and T Levels in Media, Broadcast and Production.

Job Overview

The successful candidate will take responsibility for planning and delivering engaging lessons to learners on our Level 1, 2 and 3 programmes of study, as well as taking on Course Leader responsibilities for a group of learners. You will be required to assess and provide formative and summative feedback to learners to help ensure they make progress at the College.

We are looking for a strong communicator who is passionate about their subject area and able to work closely with others in our friendly team, as well as students, parents/carers and other stakeholders. It is essential that you possess strong practical media skills, with proficient use of Adobe Creative Cloud being advantageous A good understanding of theoretical practices in media, particularly the application of theory into practice, being essential for this role. Industry knowledge and experience would further support our students as they prepare to progress from the College into industry or higher education. This role is based at our Southend College.

Whether you are an experienced educator or currently working within the media industry and considering a move into teaching, we would love to hear from you. Full training and support are available for candidates who have the right industry expertise but do not yet hold a teaching qualification.

You will join a friendly, supportive and ambitious team committed to delivering outstanding learning experiences and helping students achieve their career aspirations.

Why join us?

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a well-equipped creative environment where students learn using industry-standard facilities, including:

• A professional Blackmagic TV studio
• Dedicated green screen studio for VFX production
• Purpose-built podcast suite
• Foley suite for sound design and audio production

In addition to working with talented students and colleagues, you’ll benefit from:

• 40 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Fully funded teacher training for industry professionals looking to move into education
• The opportunity to shape and influence the next generation of media professionals

What We’re Looking For

• A passion for media and creative education
• Strong practical skills in media production
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop and Premiere Pro
• The ability to engage, motivate and inspire learners from a wide range of backgrounds
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Current industry experience and knowledge of contemporary media practices (desirable)

Qualifications

• Candidates who do not currently hold a teaching qualification will need a minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject specialism, together with English and Maths at Level 2.
• For the successful candidate, the College will fully fund an in-house Cert Ed (Level 5) or PGCE (Level 6), providing an excellent opportunity to develop a rewarding career in further education.

This role offers the chance to share your expertise, develop future media professionals and work in an inspiring creative environment with access to industry-standard facilities.

If you are passionate about media, committed to student success and excited by the opportunity to shape the future of the creative industries, we would love to hear from you.