Role: Teacher of Media Studies (Part time)

(NB: there may also be an opportunity for a Second in Psychology and Media – please indicate on your application form if you are interested in this).

Salary for Teacher: NSP1 – NSP9 (FTE £33,465 - £51,714) / Actual for 0.6FTE (£20,079 - £31,028)

(Second in Dept also attracts a Responsibility Allowance (RES 0 – RES3) FTE £1762 - £3388 OR £1057.20 - £2032.80 Actual for 0.6FTE)

Contract type: Permanent

Reporting to: Head of Psychology and Media

Start date: 20^th August 2026

About Us 

Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College is the country’s leading sixth form college.  Our exceptional track record in student success is a beacon of excellence and opportunity within our community. 

Colleagues are part of a hard-working learning community and are constantly supported to achieve success for their students. We offer sector-leading professional development opportunities, and we are proud of a culture in which every colleague who joins us improves their practice and progresses on their professional journey.  

Classroom behaviour is exemplary. We foster a strong ethos of ambition and aspiration in all aspects of college life, which means our students are hardworking and extremely well behaved. Our students are supported by dedicated pastoral and learning support teams who have an important role in facilitating our inclusive offer.  

The college has exceptional teaching, learning and recreational facilities contained within a beautiful campus. 

This is an exciting time to be joining Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College and the Sir John Brunner Foundation Multi Academy Trust, which collectively educates over 4,300 children, and employs over 450 professionals. Each of our academies operates at the heart of their local communities. The Foundation’s central offices are based at Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College campus. 

About the Role 

As a second in department at our sixth form college, you will play a key role in supporting the head of department in driving success in both A level Psychology and A level Media Studies. The role is not specific to a particular A level.  The role involves working with the Psychology and Media studies team to nurture, develop and promote excellence, drive student outcomes and contribute fully to the wider opportunities in college.

Your Responsibilities  

Please see the attached job description for the full responsibilities of this role. 

What we are looking for  

Sir John Deane's seeks to appoint an enthusiastic teacher to contribute to the work of this thriving department and support the head of department.  

A Level experience is not an essential requirement; we are seeking to appoint an individual with a strong academic background who loves to teach and who has a passion for contributing the success of the wider team

The person appointed must be willing to: 

• bring impactful and evidence-informed approaches to their teaching and others in the department 

• work with the head of department in both areas of Psychology and Media Studies

• help with the coaching, quality assurance and development of team members, as well as supporting the head of department in working with students and parents to ensure continuing excellence in student outcomes and enrichment.

We are proud that the Sir John Deane’s name has enhanced the career of many colleagues and, together with the professional development we provide, has allowed them to progress into middle and senior management positions. As part of the Sir John Brunner Foundation Multi-Academy Trust, over time, the college will be able to provide professional opportunities in good and outstanding local high schools to help you further develop your career. 

Closing Date: Monday 16^th March 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 26^th March 2026

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our second in department, please complete the application form today! You are strongly encouraged to get your application form submitted at the earliest opportunity, as we reserve the right to close our adverts earlier than advertised where sufficient applications have been received. 

We’d love to hear from you! 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant must have enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references.  The school is an equal opportunities employer.