Media Studies Teacher

Location: Henley-on-Thames

Salary: Teaching Point Scale 1 – 9 Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only Working Hours: Part Time

About the Role

Are you passionate about media, creativity, and inspiring the next generation of media professionals? We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable A Level Media Studies Teacher to deliver high-quality teaching across the OCR A Level Media Studies specification.

The successful candidate will bring strong subject expertise, practical industry experience, and a genuine passion for developing students’ analytical, creative, and production skills within contemporary media.

Main Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons across all components of the OCR A Level Media Studies specification, including Media Messages, Evolving Media, and Making Media.

• Teach the four key areas of the theoretical framework: media language, media representation, media industries, and media audiences.

• Deliver practical lessons in magazine design and layout using Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and related software.

• Teach a range of OCR set products, including newspapers, online media, magazines, advertising, music videos, radio, video games, film, and long-form television drama.

• Teach and embed key media theorists and academic ideas from the OCR specification, supporting students to apply theory in analytical and practical work.

• Prepare students for written examinations, including unseen analysis, comparative responses, and extended essay writing.

• Guide students through the NEA process, including research, planning, production, and evaluation, ensuring all work meets OCR standards.

• Track student progress, provide timely and constructive feedback, and contribute to internal and external assessment processes.

• Collaborate with colleagues to support curriculum development, moderation, standardisation, and high-quality teaching practices.

• Participate in departmental meetings, CPD activities, and OCR exam board training where required.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of OCR specification updates, set product changes, and developments within media education and industry practice.

• Promote a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that reflects ethical, global, and contemporary media understanding.

Essential:

Relevant degree in Media Studies or a related subject

• Teaching qualification (or working towards a full teaching qualification)

• Teaching experience (or professional industry experience within media or creative industries)

• Experience of teaching A Level Media Studies or related subjects

• Strong understanding of the OCR A Level Media Studies specification and key media theories

• Experience using Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and related media production software

• Commitment to active and student-centred learning

• Commitment to keeping up-to-date with educational developments affecting the work of the College and the subject/course areas covered by the post

• Energy, enthusiasm, and the ability to communicate effectively with students and staff

• Well-developed organisational skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with a committed team of teachers and support staff

Desirable:

• Industry experience within media production, publishing, design, or digital media

• Experience of providing tutorial or pastoral support to students

Why join us?

The Henley College is a leading sixth form college, serving young people and adult learners from across Oxfordshire, Berkshire, and Buckinghamshire. Located in the HEART of Henley-on-Thames, we are a vibrant and inclusive organisation with around 250 dedicated staff, committed to achieving educational excellence. Our values - High Expectations, Enterprise, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork, (HEART) - are central to everything we do.

As part of our team in this role, you’ll benefit from:

• Teachers Pension Scheme. This is an employee and employee contributory pension scheme.

• Free onsite gym

• 40% discount at Henley Leisure Centre

• On site cafes

• 5 mins walk from the beautiful market town of Henley-on-Thames, on the banks of the River Thames

• 24/7 support for your physical, mental and financial health through our EAP provider

• We actively support our staff with continuing professional development

Terms of Employment

Hours of work: Up to 0.50 FTE

Start Date: 1st Sept 2026

Annual leave: 66 days per leave year (from 1 September to 31 August) (pro - rated for Part time)

Salary: The salary will be on the Henley College Teachers’ Spine from £30,759.00 up to £48,513.00 per annum (pro -rated for part time)

The Henley College is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The Henley College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.

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