Teacher of Media, Film and Technology

If you are an outstanding, multi talented versatile Media, Film or Digital Technologies teacher, or determined to become one, we would very much like to hear from you. You will join an excellent team, strongly committed to reflecting on its teaching techniques and sharing excellent resources.

The Media, Film and Technology department is growing, as a teacher in the department you will work within a successful team of 12 teachers delivering a range of courses including: A Level Media and A Level Film Studies, Creative Digital Technologies (diploma), Media - Video and Moving Image (diploma), Digital Media (diploma) and IT (applied general).

The successful candidate will have the skill-set and adaptability to deliver both examined content and portfolio based materials, ideally across A Level and Vocational subjects. They will also have the ability to inspire and develop others and be dedicated to raising the standard of teaching and using a range of strategies to deliver continued success. It would be an advantage for you to have a strong technical background with an adaptable skill-set across the creative disciplines. Within the department, we have pathways that include video production, digital design, gaming, 3D modelling and animation. A passion and knowledge across these subject areas and an enthusiasm to make learning exciting for students is a key attribute. Good knowledge of the A Level and CTEC curriculum’s would be a benefit, as well as an excellent understanding of creative software, particularly the Adobe Suite and other creative applications such as Blender.

Students across all subjects have access to dedicated classrooms with relevant software and are supported by a Technician. Within the department we also have two study spaces for independent learning. There is also a large TV/Photography Studio, equipment that can be loaned and a Radio Suite with live broadcasts on community radio station Unity 101 weekly. As a department we are committed to providing a safe and engaging space where students want to contribute to the wider College and community.

The College

OFSTED has judged Barton Peveril to be Outstanding across all four key judgements: quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management.

You will be joining a college that achieves excellent student outcomes and is focused on continually exploring and reviewing the most effective teaching and learning strategies. We enjoy a long established reputation for looking after our students and taking an interest in young people as we prepare them for a successful future through a broad education.

We are committed to investing in the continuous professional development and training of our staff, and to their wellbeing. We know that, to a very large extent, it is because of the remarkable talent and dedication of our staff, that Barton Peveril is now one of the largest and most successful sixth form colleges in the country. Your teaching will be of high quality and your results will reflect your high expectations and the high calibre of your teaching. You must have a commitment to active and innovative teaching and learning, both inside and outside the classroom. You will have the passion to be part of a successful teaching environment which produces the best from students. You will join a supportive and experienced team working in spacious, well-resourced studios.

We welcome applications from unqualified, newly qualified and experienced teachers. The role is available to start from 25th August 2023.

Why work at Barton Peveril Sixth Form College?

Students and staff praise the friendly, lively and modern community in which we work. We also offer a range of excellent staff benefits, including:

• Pension schemes for both teachers and support staff.
• 24 days' (pro rata for part-time) annual leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays for support staff.
• Commitment to staff health and wellbeing.        
• Wide range of learning and development opportunities for staff.       
• Free use of the on-site gym.        
• Free on-site parking and bike sheds.

For additional information and to apply, please go to: https://barton-peveril.ac.uk/careers/vacancies-list/

Closing date: 10.00am, Monday 20th February 2023

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date.

Barton Peveril College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to maximise opportunity, minimise risk and continuously promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check.