Lister Community School
England
£38,766 - £60,092 per year
Salary:
MPS/UPS + TLR2B £5,828pa
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
01 January 2026
Apply by:
12 October 2025
Job overview
Head of Media and English Teacher –Fixed term contract
Temporary Position – Full time from January, expected to last until 31st December 2026
Start Date: 1st January 2026
Salary: Main Scale / Upper payscale + TLR2B £5,828 - Please note that these are the 2024 figures, and the 2025 figures will be implemented once approved locally.
Closing date: Sunday 12th October at 8:00pm
Interview: w/c 13th October 2025
Are you passionate about inspiring young minds and leading creative learning? Lister Community School is seeking a dynamic and innovative professional to join our team as Head of Media and English Teacher. This is a unique opportunity to combine curriculum leadership with classroom teaching, shaping the next generation of storytellers and critical thinkers.
Role Overview:
* Lead the Media department, driving curriculum development, innovative projects, and fostering creativity.
* Teach English across key stages, delivering engaging and inspiring lessons that develop students' literacy, communication, and analytical skills.
* Support and mentor staff within the department, promoting best practices in teaching and learning.
* Contribute to the wider life of the school, including extracurricular activities, clubs, and events.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
* Has proven experience teaching English and Media, with strong subject knowledge.
* Demonstrates leadership skills and the ability to inspire both staff and students.
* Is innovative, creative, and passionate about using media and English to develop critical thinking and communication skills.
* Thrives in a collaborative school environment and is committed to student success.
We offer:
* Competitive Salary - In line with London Weighting and experience
* Enthusiastic students with diverse talents
* Opportunities for professional development
* A school culture that values creativity and individual expression
* Positive Learning Culture - A strong focus on achievement, growth and student wellbeing
* Opportunity to Make a Real Difference - Be part of shaping the lives of young people in a supportive and inclusive environment
* Promoting a Positive and Supportive Work Environment
* A supportive, forward -thinking school community
At Lister, we prioritise staff wellbeing. Below are just a few of the fantastic benefits available to all our staff members
* Local Government Pension scheme
* Free gym onsite
* Free onsite parking
* Subsidised staff restaurant
* Cycle to work scheme
* October 2 weeks half-term
If you're ready to make a real impact through education, we'd love to hear from you Join us and be part of a school that values professional growth, inclusivity, and the development of every learner
About the School
Lister Community School is a large 11-16 Academy at the heart of its community, and is part of the Newham Community Learning Trust. Our vision is to provide a world class international education for young people in Newham. We firmly believe our young people have the right to the same quality of teaching and range of opportunities as at any school in the country, and our ethos is one of continuous improvement, with a focus on strong partnerships and staff development. Over the last ten years we have significantly raised academic standards and are now the school of choice for our local community.
In October 2024, Ofsted found that the school has maintained the good quality of education and 'made strong progress in many aspects of the school's provision' since our previous inspection in December 2018. Our many strengths are highlighted, including how students are 'courteous and articulate' and 'enjoy school and value the wide range of opportunities they are given'. We are very proud that the report recognises our high aspirations, the hard work and good behaviour of our students, and the dedication and commitment of our staff.
At Lister Community School, we recognise the positive value of diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.
Application Process
Interested candidates should read the Job Description & Person Specification, before submitting a completed Application Form.
PLEASE NOTE:
Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close the advert early depending on the volume of applications we receive. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. We will only be contacting those candidates who have been selected to progress to the next stage of the process. Please note we do not have parking facilities onsite.
Lister Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This appointment will be conditional on successful pre-employment checks. Identity, Prohibition, Qualification, Barred List, Enhanced DBS, Section 128, Overseas, Right to work, Reference, Criminal Record and Medical Checks are essential for all applicable posts at the School.
In accordance with paragraph 221 of Keeping Children Safe in Education (2025), Lister Community School will carry out an online search for all shortlisted candidates. If shortlisted for the role an appropriate online search will be undertaken on your name(s). Any information given will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation to the post for which you have applied.
About Lister Community School
Lister Community School
St. Mary's Road, Plaistow
London
E13 9AE
United Kingdom
Lister Community School is situated in Plaistow, East London, approximately 10 mins walk from Plaistow and Upton Park Underground stations. We are also in close proximity to the new Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Westfield (Stratford) shopping centre. Please note we have no parking available onsite.
We are a specialist school in Music and Science. We are a mixed comprehensive secondary school and welcome both students and staff from a diverse multicultural background. With over 1,600 students, we are a larger than average school in the London Borough of Newham. The school benefits from being located in new and purpose built accommodation on a single site with ample outdoor areas and the use of an all-weather sports pitch.
The school is led by a team of senior leaders who are enthusiastic and experienced and, alongside all staff, share a positive and united vision for the school's future. With an improved curriculum, vertical tutoring and house systems, Lister provides a well rounded and balanced experience for students.
Resource Provision for Deaf Children: Lister Community School hosts the Resourced Provision for secondary aged Deaf children in Newham. Specialist staff support students using a variety of communication modes such as BSL, SSE and Auditory Oral. Deaf students are taught alongside their hearing peers in mainstream classes for the majority of their lessons. The Deaf Support Department is made up of a large team of Communication Support Workers and Qualified Teachers of the Deaf who work with the deaf students in mainstream classes as well as small groups and 1:1. Deaf students may also have access to Deaf Awareness sessions and pre and post teaching.
ham Community Learning: Our school is part of
Newham Community Learning
, which exists in order to provide an excellent education for all young people in our community. We are the only Trust to offer all-through provision from ages within a single family of schools in Newham. Across our two primary and four secondary schools, all located in the west of the borough, we educate over 5,400 local children and young people, and employ a team of close to 700 members of staff, the vast majority of whom live locally.
To view opportunities at all our schools, please see
our Trust page on TES
.
Train with us - we are delighted to partner with
Teach First
to deliver our School Centred
Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) programme
. Teach First is a national charity that develops and supports teachers and leaders who are determined to make a difference where it is needed the most. As a training partner, we will be working with Teach First to deliver this one year teacher training programme, which enables participants to train and develop skills in the classroom. It is ideal for people who are eager to learn on the job and make a difference in their community from day one. Our
Newham Community Learning SCITT Booklet
has further information; please email
to find out more.
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