Head of Media Studies

Head of Media StudiesFull time, 1 year fixed-term contract Main Pay Scale (M1 £37,870- M6 £50,474)- Upper Pay Scale (UPS1 £52,219- UPS3 £56,154) + TLR 2A £3527 Inspire and be inspired Our mission is to ‘inspire learners and change lives’ – and that includes our staff. We want to empower our teams so pupils are ready to be kind, confident and impactful world citizens - ‘participants, not bystanders’. We are seeking an experienced, dynamic and inspirational specialist with a clear passion for their subject and exceptional leadership qualities. The successful candidate will have high expectations of all learners in line with our aim for ‘excellence in all that we do’, ensuring every learner achieves to the best of their ability. The successful candidate must model excellent verbal and written communication skills, have an outstanding understanding of effective curriculum design and be able to inspire students and staff to be the best they can be. They will be a reflective practitioner, committed to strong personal growth and the continued professional development of those in their team. In return, we offer: High quality professional development Supportive and friendly colleagues Flexible working opportunities Staff assistance programme including virtual GP appointments, counselling service, legal services Access to the Teacher Pension Scheme Cycle to work scheme Applications Closing date for applications Monday 25th May 2026 at 9am If you would like more information on our school, please visit our website Hall Mead School For further information about this role, please email Karen Carter (Head Teacher's PA) at kcarter@elatschools.co.uk If you have any queries about the recruitment process and compliance, please contact Mr Henry Horne, HR Officer at hhorne@elatschools.co.uk. Hall Mead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students; therefore, all successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including