Teacher of Media Studies

HMC (Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference); Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Shiplake College is looking for a part-time Media Studies Teacher starting September 2025. This role offers the chance to inspire students in an inclusive environment, with a focus on individual growth and academic excellence. Join a supportive team and engage in a vibrant school community with excellent facilities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free lunches

Contributory pension scheme

Access to gym and sports facilities

Qualifications

• Passion for teaching Media Studies.
• Ability to inspire pupils in Years 9-13.

Responsibilities

• Teach Media Studies for up to 10 hours per week.
• Contribute to a broad co-curricular program.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Creativity

Education

Degree in Media or related subject

Job description

Teaching careers in HMC independent schools

Shiplake College is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, creative individual with a passion for teaching Media Studies from September 2025.

Do you believe in adding value to every pupil? Do you want to work in a school where every pupil is challenged to achieve their personal best? Do our core values of inclusive, individual, and inspirational resonate with you?

If so, and if you enjoy staff room treats, dogs around the site, and a calendar of staff socials, then please read on.

The role involves teaching Media Studies for up to 10 hours per week, starting September 2025.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a degree in media or a related subject to join our dynamic school. Applications are welcome from both ECTs and experienced teachers capable of inspiring pupils in Years 9-13 who study Media Studies.

It’s a part-time role that could be combined with another subject to create a full-time position.

Shiplake College is an independent boarding and day school for around 540 pupils aged 11 to 18. Since 1998, we have been a co-educational Sixth Form, and from September 2023, girls joined in Year 7, moving towards full co-education. Located on 63 acres of beautiful countryside near Henley-on-Thames, we offer small classes, excellent facilities, and dedicated staff. All staff are expected to contribute to our broad co-curricular program.

We offer a competitive salary, free lunches, a contributory pension scheme, access to our gym and sports facilities, and a lovely working environment.

Early applications are encouraged, as the College may appoint before the closing date.

Closing date: 10am, Monday 16 June 2025.

Interviews will be scheduled upon receipt of applications.

Application packs and forms can be obtained from our website or contact point.

Shiplake College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will undergo child protection screening, including checks with previous employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We value diversity and encourage applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, or sexual orientation.