Teacher of Media

An enthusiastic and innovative Media teacher is required to teach a well-received and successful subject area, which is popular with students and valued by the school. The Department is a leading area within the school that regularly and significantly exceeds National benchmarks in terms of both progress and outcomes at A Level with high expectations for students having chosen the subject area for GCSE study under the new curriculum.  The subject area achieved 100% A*-C outcomes at A Level in the recent examination series and achieved an ALPS 2 grade, representing outstanding progress for students.

The ideal candidate will be driven and ambitious and have high expectations of themselves and those around them.  The successful applicant will be expected to teach Media Studies to GCSE and A Level students and will also need to be able to teach some English (level dependant on experience).

Applications are welcome from full-time applicants, part-time applicants, NQTs and more experienced candidates, with a TLR possibility based on experience.

Therfield is a rapidly growing mixed 11-18 Community School where “teachers have high expectations of students, attainment is significantly above the national average, students enjoy their learning and are proud of their school.”  Ofsted 2013. Our School Vision and Aims reflect our ethos, which is to strive for the highest possible academic standards in an environment of exciting learning opportunities, where individuals can develop their talents in safe and friendly surroundings. These aims are reflected in our ethos of Excellence, Leadership, Opportunity.  Leadership development for staff and students is a key focus of the school and we have a highly positive reputation for staff development.

Attributes and Experience.

• An enthusiastic and motivated teacher with a record of outstanding classroom practice

• Experience of A Level Media Studies teaching is desirable

• An experience of using Adobe Premier Elements editing software is desirable

• A strong leader and team player

• An innovator with drive and determination

• All staff are expected to be a tutor as we see this as a vital part of promoting student progress

• A commitment to providing outstanding opportunities for all young people to develop the character and resilience they need to succeed in modern Britain.

Therfield was selected as one of the first 3 schools in South East England to receive the prestigious National DfE Character Awards.  This award celebrates excellence and diversity in this field, recognising that character is already being encouraged, nurtured and developed alongside academic rigour through a variety of programmes in and outside the school.  This means that the successful candidate will need to be able to deliver high academic standards, but also a commitment to providing outstanding opportunities for all young people to develop the character and resilience they need to succeed in modern Britain.

The next steps:

If you are interested in the post please contact the school for further information.  If you believe you can meet our requirements please apply.  You can download an application pack from www.therfield.surrey.sch.uk, or alternatively email jkelly@therfield.surrey.sch.uk .   Closing date for applications is 9am on Tuesday, 6th March 2018.

Therfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS disclosure. It is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.