Media Studies Teacher - Modern Secondary Academy in Manchester

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

Media Studies Teacher

A forward-thinking Secondary Academy in Manchester is seeking a professional and highly organised Media Studies Teacher to join their experienced creative arts and communication team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-structured and supportive school environment where teaching staff play an essential role in the smooth operation of the school.

The successful candidate will provide day-to-day instructional support across Key Stages 4 and 5, specializing in media narrative analysis, marketing structures, audio-visual production, and digital journalism. Responsibilities will include maintaining student progress records, updating school tracking systems, managing departmental correspondence, supporting attendance administration, and assisting with the organisation of practical production workshops, student-led film showcases, and external broadcast industry link days.

You will also support communication with parents, students, and external creative partners while ensuring that information is handled professionally and confidentially at all times. Strong organisational skills are essential, as the role requires the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and manage multiple responsibilities within a busy school environment.

The school is looking for someone who is proactive, reliable, and able to guide students through both technical production frameworks and advanced theoretical critique while working as part of a collaborative creative faculty. Good IT skills and deep confidence using video editing suites and digital media platforms are important, alongside strong communication and interpersonal skills.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing school community where teaching staff are highly valued and staff wellbeing and professional development are prioritised.

School Information

This is an 11 to 18 well-established Academy in Manchester with a strong commitment to digital literacy, student wellbeing, and continuous improvement. The school serves a vibrant, modern city community and is known for its supportive ethos, where positive relationships and high expectations underpin daily practice.

Students are respectful, highly motivated, and eager to master modern communications platforms, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that blends academic achievement with analytical contemporary skills, preparing students well for university pathways and creative industries.

Staff benefit from a collaborative professional culture, with strong leadership, shared best practice, and a clear focus on professional development.

Requirements

• Previous teaching or relevant instructional experience in Media Studies or Film up to GCSE/A-Level

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Good IT and data management skills

• Professional and proactive approach to digital media workflows and software management

• Ability to work effectively in a busy environment

Application

To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.