Overview
You will be a well-qualified and inspiring teacher with outstanding subject knowledge. You will be able to teach Media Studies confidently at GCSE and have experience of delivering the Extended Certificate BTEC programme in Creative Digital Media Production. The ability to teach A-Level Media would be an advantage. You should have experience of using a range of teaching and learning strategies and be able to offer enthusiasm for your subject and excellent pupil results at all levels.
What we offer
You would be joining an experienced team that has an excellent track record of supporting pupils to achieve outstanding results. In Media GCSE (Eduqas) this summer, 97% of grades were a 6 or above and pupils performed, on average, 1.5 grades higher than their baseline predictions. At A-level (Eduqas), 63% of grades were at A or above. We also deliver a popular Extended Certificate BTEC programme in Creative Digital Media Production. In 2025, 81% of the cohort achieved a Distinction or higher and 100% achieved a Merit of higher.
Department and facilities
The Media department consists of 4 members of staff, including a dedicated technician. The Department has excellent facilities that enable our pupils to excel. It also offers pupils a range of co-curricular activities. For example, MUN TV broadcasts daily news bulletins, as well as entertainment programmes throughout the Royal Russell MUN Conference in October half term. Our pupils are also responsible for the live production of Royal Russell Day and the marketing videos for the School, providing them with invaluable experience.
Our ethos
We are a friendly, warm and nurturing school and we are committed to doing the very best for our pupils, setting them high expectations in a supportive environment while fostering independent learning and practical skills. You will become a central part of our diverse, enthusiastic and energetic family. The strength of community at Royal Russell is paramount to the success of every individual and we strongly believe that we learn and achieve together.
Application details
Closing: 9am, Monday, 6th October 2025
Interviews: to be held shortly afterwards
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