Media Teacher
Job description
Teacher of Media
Location: Northamptonshire
Salary: MPS/UPS
Contract: Full-Time or Part-Time Considered
Start Date: September 2026
Teaching Personnel are delighted to be working in partnership with a highly successful and oversubscribed secondary school to recruit an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of Media to join their thriving Business, Computing and Media faculty from September 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking school with a strong reputation for academic achievement, excellent student behaviour, and a collaborative staff culture. The successful candidate will become part of a well-established faculty that has experienced significant growth in recent years, with increasing numbers of students choosing Media, Business and IT qualifications at Key Stages 4 and 5.
The Opportunity
The school is seeking a passionate and reflective teacher who can inspire students and deliver engaging lessons that promote excellent levels of achievement and progress. You will join a supportive team of experienced practitioners who work collaboratively to share resources, develop teaching practice, and ensure consistently high-quality learning experiences for all students.
The faculty prides itself on strong outcomes across all subjects and key stages and is committed to continuous improvement. The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining and further developing this success.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver high-quality Media lessons across Key Stages 4 and 5.
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Support students in achieving excellent academic outcomes.
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Contribute to curriculum development and the sharing of best practice within the faculty.
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Monitor and assess student progress effectively.
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Promote high standards of engagement, attainment and behaviour.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance teaching and learning.
Curriculum Overview
Media Studies
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Key Stage 4: BTEC Tech Award in Media
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Key Stage 5: BTEC National in Media
These are well-established and popular courses with a strong track record of student success.
Information Technology
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Key Stage 3: Computing National Curriculum
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Key Stage 4: BTEC Digital IT
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Key Stage 5: BTEC National IT AAQ
Business Studies
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Key Stage 4: BTEC Tech Award in Business
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Key Stage 5: BTEC National in Business
Business is a particularly popular subject area, with outcomes consistently above national averages and many students progressing to university-level study.
The Ideal Candidate
The school welcomes applications from outstanding Media teachers who:
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Are passionate about Media education and student achievement.
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Have experience teaching Media at Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5.
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Have experience delivering BTEC qualifications (desirable).
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Thrive in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
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Are committed to delivering engaging and inclusive learning experiences.
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Have high expectations of themselves and their students.
For full-time applicants, the ability to teach an additional subject such as KS3 Computing, KS4 IT, or PSHE would be advantageous.
Facilities and Resources
The faculty benefits from excellent teaching facilities, including dedicated ICT suites and specialist classrooms. All teaching spaces are equipped with modern technology, including projectors, and staff are provided with laptops to support planning, teaching and assessment.
Why Apply?
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Join a successful and growing faculty.
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Work within a supportive and collaborative school environment.
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Access excellent facilities and resources.
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Teach motivated students who are enthusiastic about the subject.
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Benefit from strong leadership and ongoing professional development opportunities.
If you are a committed and ambitious Media teacher looking for your next opportunity from September 2026, we would be delighted to hear from you.
To find out more or to apply, please contact Teaching Personnel.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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