Media Studies Teacher

Ace Academics Consultancy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ace Academics Consultancy is partnering with a well-established secondary academy in Havering to appoint an experienced Media Studies Teacher for an initial one-term assignment, with a view to extension. The role covers KS3/KS4 and GCSE Media, in a supportive environment that values curriculum development and creative delivery.

The ideal candidate will have QTS/QTLS, strong Media Studies expertise, and the ability to lead or support subject development while maintaining high standards of

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status preferred.
• Strong experience teaching Media Studies / GCSE Media.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Teach Media Studies at KS3/KS4, including GCSE level.
• Support and enhance the leadership and development of Media Studies.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, assessment and raising standards.
• Support colleagues and drive consistency across the subject.
• Engage and inspire pupils through creative and academically strong Media teaching.

Skills

Media Studies

Curriculum planning

Assessment

Leadership experience

Education

QTS/QTLS

Job description

Media Studies Teacher / Subject Lead – Havering

Location: Havering, East London

Contract: Ongoing

Start: September 2026

Position: Media Studies Teacher / Media Subject Lead

Ace Academics are working with a well-established, Good-rated secondary academy in Havering who are looking to appoint an experienced Media Studies Teacher for an initial one-term assignment.

The Role:

• Teach Media Studies at KS3/KS4, including GCSE level
• Support and enhance the leadership and development of Media Studies
• Contribute to curriculum planning, assessment and raising standards
• Support colleagues and help drive consistency across the subject
• Engage and inspire pupils through creative and academically strong Media teaching

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) preferred
• Strong experience teaching Media Studies / GCSE Media
• Previous subject leadership, HOD, 2iC or curriculum responsibility is an advantage but not essential
• Strong knowledge of Media Studies curriculum, assessment and exam requirements
• Confident stepping into a department and making an immediate positive impact
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain one

The school is a mixed 11–16 secondary academy with a supportive environment and an established creative curriculum. This position would particularly suit an experienced Media specialist who enjoys combining excellent classroom teaching with curriculum and subject leadership.