TEACHER MEDIA

Shorefields; Harlow; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Flexible Working

Hybrid Working

42 days annual leave

Birthday day off (pro rata)

Easter/Christmas closures

Sick Pay scheme

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Cash Plan

Will Writing Service

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Shorefields College in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled teacher for the Journalism and Media team to deliver courses across levels and pathways. The role focuses on Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Creative Practice, with pathways in Journalism, TV, Film, and Digital Media, catering mainly to 16–18 learners.

The successful candidate should be qualified to Level 4 or above and bring industry experience in print, broadcasting, PR, or digital media, plus proficiency in Adobe Creative

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 4 or higher with industry experience in print, broadcasting, PR, or digital media.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is essential.
• Willing to undertake a full teaching qualification with the college.

Responsibilities

• Deliver courses across a range of levels and pathways.
• Employ a range of effective teaching methods to engage learners.
• Support 16–18 year olds and address individual learning needs.

Skills

Print

Broadcasting

Public relations

Digital media

Education

Level 4 teaching qualification

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC0-693S Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: Salary: qualified* up to £44,260 FTE Unqualified

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 14/10/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC

The Journalism and Media team is accredited by the University of the Arts London (UAL) and delivers the Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Creative Practice. Students studying at Level 3 can choose from a range of specialist pathways, including Journalism, TV, Film and Digital Media, Social Media and Content Creation, and Creative Writing. In addition to its Level 3 provision, the team offers Level 1 and Level 2 Multimedia courses to aid progress to Level 3.

The department is staffed by experienced industry professionals, several of whom continue to work within the media sector alongside their teaching commitments, ensuring that students benefit from current industry knowledge and practice. The curriculum covers a broad range of disciplines, including photography, animation, social media Content, music videos, documentaries, movies and special effects.

The College was awarded an overall Good rating by Ofsted in July 2024, reflecting its commitment to high-quality teaching, learning, and student outcomes.

About the role

As an enthusiastic and talented teacher, you will deliver courses across a range of levels and pathways. UAL is a vocational programme, and students will mostly consist of 16-18-year-olds. We expect content to be delivered to the highest standards using a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning initiatives that engage, motivate, and enable all learners of all abilities to make significant progress from their starting points. You will also be working to address individual learning needs, overcome barriers to learning and encourage autonomous learning.

What we are looking for

The successful candidate will be qualified to Level 4 or above and have a wealth of knowledge and industry experience as well as possibly being new to teaching. You should have knowledge and or experience in one or more of the following areas, print, broadcasting, public relations, or digital media. Skills, knowledge and/or experience using the Adobe Creative Suite is essential, industry experience and freelance work is preferable, but not a requirement. The successful applicant should be willing to undertake a full teaching qualification with the college whilst in the role if they do not have one already.

What we can offer:

• Ongoing, regular professional development opportunities
• Excellent benefits package which include;
• Flexible Working
• Hybrid Working
• 42 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• A day off on your birthday! (pro rata part time)
• College closures at Easter and Christmas
• Contractual Sick Pay scheme and access to Occupational Health
• An excellent contributory Pension Scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme)
• Simply Health Cash Plan
• Free Will Writing Service
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Plus, lots more!!

This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and an Investors in Diversity Silver award holder, dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and communities.

*Qualified = level 4 teaching qualification

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.