Media Teacher

Activate-Learning-1; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards

Wellbeing & Resources Groups

Free eye tests

Health Cash Plan

Learning and Development

Pension Schemes

Generous Annual Leave

Competitive salaries

On-Site Facilities

Job summary

Activate Learning is seeking a passionate Media Teacher for Bracknell and Wokingham College. You will teach across UAL Creative Media qualifications, including Level 2 and 3 Diplomas, and contribute to emerging T-Level provision. Strong emphasis on Content Creation Production, Project Methodology and media asset generation.

You will deliver practical and theory lessons, collaborate with colleagues, and support learners through their career progression in a dynamic media industry environment.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification and/or degree in Film Production, Media Studies or related subject.
• Recognised teaching qualification or willingness to achieve one within an agreed timeframe.
• GCSEs in English and Maths (4/C or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Teach and manage one or more courses or groups of students.
• Deliver and develop the T Level Media curriculum across UAL Creative Media qualifications.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver practical and theory lessons.

Skills

Content Creation Production

Project Methodology

Media asset generation

Self Marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Film Production/Media Studies or related

Teaching qualification or willingness to achieve

GCSEs in English and Maths (4/C or equivalent)

Tools

Adobe After Effects

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Media Teacher

Reference: OCT20262758

Expiry date: 23:59, Wed, 4th Nov 2026

Location: Bracknell

Benefits: Competitive holiday, excellent pension and fantastic onsite facilities

We are looking for a passionate and inspiring Media Teacher within the Creative Industries Faculty based at Bracknell and Wokingham College.

You will teach and manage one or more courses or groups of students and be responsible for the delivery and development of the T Level Media curriculum, ensuring that students have an excellent experience throughout all stages of their learner journey. The role will deliver across our UAL Creative Media qualifications, including Level 2 and 3 Diplomas, as well as contributing to the emerging T-Level Media provision. You will deliver subjects that consist of Content Creation Production, Project Methodology, Media asset generation, a good understanding of the creative economy and Self Marketing, with strong expertise in Adobe After Effects Software - there is a real focus on the content development using a variety of platforms and Multimedia.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher with passion and drive who is committed to enabling our students to unlock their potential, develop their attributes, and become lifelong learners. You will work collaboratively with our existing team of talented and passionate lecturers to ensure we plan and deliver purposeful practical and theory lessons.

Our students are eager to learn, and we want to appoint someone who can provide them with a high level of knowledge and skills that they can utilise in their careers, progression to university, or within the rapidly changing media industry. Activate Learning has an excellent record of delivering vocational courses with employability embedded at their heart. This is achieved through excellent relationships with industry and the employment of experts with extensive professional experience within the teaching team. As we expand our T-Level provision, we are looking for someone who can support our learners in gaining the technical skills, professional attributes, and industry insights required to succeed in these more advanced, work-focused qualifications.

This is a permanent, full-time role working 37 hours per week based at our Bracknell and Wokingham college.

What do you need to be successful as a Media Teacher at Activate Learning?

Successful candidates will hold an appropriate professional qualification and/or degree in Film Production, Media Studies, or a related subject area, alongside relevant industry experience. They will have a recognised teaching qualification, or be willing to achieve one within an agreed timeframe, and will hold GCSEs (Grade 4/C or equivalent) in English and Maths. Experience of teaching or facilitating learning in a Further Education or Higher Education setting is essential.

What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?

Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learnings mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.

In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:

Here are some of our benefits:

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expects all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.