Teacher of Film and Media Studies A level

Tradewind are recruiting! Are you a qualified teacher of Film and Media Studies looking for a new role in Manchester?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently looking for an enthusiastic Film and Media Studies qualified teacher to join an Ofsted Outstanding sixth form college in Manchester.

This is a full-time temporary supply teaching role from April 2025 to July 2025.

The Role

Teacher of Media Studies AQA A level and Film Studies AQA A level

Five days a week

• Calm confident behaviour management skills where students can share beliefs in a safe supportive environment.
• A flexible teacher able to adapt lessons to a broad range of abilities, beliefs and cultures.
• An enthusiastic media studies specialist who encourages and develops analytical skills and an understanding of bias and strong writing skills.

The academy are interested in hearing from early career teachers or experienced QTS teachers or FE lecturers with experience of teaching Film and Media Studies to students aged 16 to 19.

The School

• Very successful oversubscribed college
• Catholic college in the centre of Manchester close to Manchester's student village
• Well-resourced departments with a focus on vocational skills for careers and excellent university and employer links
• Many students go on to study film and media studies and related subjects at university.

Minimum Requirements

• Hold QTS Status or QTLS or equivalent further education qualifications such as PGCE14+ or PGCEFE
• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional references checks
• Provide a CV with full employment/education history included and any employment breaks must be explained
• Have the legal right to work full time in the UK with no restrictions

Benefits

• Top rates of pay through our attraction of the best education talent.
• Access to over 2,500 free training courses, thanks to our partnership with The National College which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency.
• A generous referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn a reward.
• Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success.
• Help with lesson planning - our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement.
• A straightforward Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability.
• Our payroll team are onsite in London. Not offshore, not through a third party. We don't leave candidate service or pay to chance.
• Holiday pay - You choose if you want to be paid inclusive of holiday pay or bank this to claim in the school holidays.
• Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants.

To be considered for this Film and Media Studies teacher position, or to hear more about other roles for this academic year call the Manchester office on (phone number removed), or email (url removed).