Media Teacher

Philosophy Education; Ilford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established secondary school in Redbridge is seeking an experienced Media Studies Teacher for a full-time position starting in September 2025. The role involves teaching Key Stages 4 and 5 and requires strong subject knowledge, particularly in online media. The school is known for its supportive environment and commitment to staff development.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Media Studies at GCSE and A-Level.
• Available to start full-time in September 2025.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess Media Studies curriculum.
• Teach across Key Stages 4 and 5 independently.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge in Media Studies

Teaching experience at KS4 and KS5

Understanding of online media

Education

UK QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

Media Studies Teacher

Redbridge Secondary School

Full-time

Start date: September 2025

Contract: One-term (possibility of extension)

MPS2 – UPS3

A well-established and inclusive secondary school in Redbridge is seeking an experienced and qualified Media Studies Teacher (QTS) to join their team for a full-time position starting in September 2025. This is a one-term contract, with potential for extension beyond December.

The Role

You will be responsible for teaching Media Studies across Key Stages 4 and 5 within the English department. As the sole Media specialist in the department, you will need to plan, deliver, and assess independently, so a thorough understanding of the Media Studies curriculum—including online media—is essential. This position is not suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs), and is best suited to a confident practitioner with prior experience teaching Media Studies at GCSE and A-Level.

The School

This large, diverse secondary school has been rated “Good” by Ofsted and is known for its strong leadership and culture of high expectations. Students benefit from a broad and engaging curriculum that includes academic and vocational pathways, alongside a wide-ranging enrichment programme. Staff are supported through a robust CPD offer and an approachable, experienced leadership team committed to staff development and wellbeing.

Requirements

• UK QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• Experience teaching Media Studies at KS4 and KS5
• Strong subject knowledge, especially in online media
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)
• Available to start full-time in September 2025

To apply, please submit your CV and supporting information as soon as possible.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.