Head of Media
Salary information: MPR / UPR (Outer London) + TLR 2b (currently £5,531)
Contract type: Full-time, Permanent
Required: September 2024
We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified and enthusiastic teacher to lead our thriving Media department. Applications are welcome from experienced and newly qualified teachers able to teach Cambridge Technical Level 3 Media, A Level Film and Media Studies throughout the ability range at KS5. Excellent support is available from a very experienced team.
Oak Wood School was judged as a ‘Good’ school by Ofsted (May 2022) and is a truly inclusive, mixed, multi-ethnic 11-18 school that embraces all aspects of comprehensive education. A career at Oak Wood School is your chance to be part of a remarkable team that are working to ensure our students are prepared to be the well- rounded leaders of tomorrow.
“Pupils at Oak Wood School are polite, friendly and confident. They are part of a diverse community and get along well with each other. The school’s ethos is for pupils to dream, learn and grow. Staff here inspire pupils and develop their knowledge, understanding and character.” - Ofsted 2022
We believe our best resource are our teachers. There is a popular and thriving programme of professional development in the department and across the school at all levels and colleagues have the opportunity to develop personally and professionally through our membership of organisations such as the PiXL club and the Hillingdon Learning Partnership (HLP). The school also offers a comprehensive induction programme and excellent promotion prospects. Colleagues benefit from a commitment to staff well-being and are provided with several schemes to support them maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. This post would be appropriate for an ECT or a more experienced teacher – we will also consider applications from candidates who would request a part-time role.
Situated on a large site close to Heathrow Airport and the centre of Hillingdon, Oak Wood School has much to offer:
- A commitment to the professional development of all its staff to become outstanding teachers and leaders
- Staff wellbeing programme
- Childcare and cycle to school vouchers
- Excellent transport links (by train 45 minutes to central London), bus routes 427, 278 & U2, train (Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway and Underground (Metropolitan & Piccadilly)
- On-site parking including electric charging facilities
- On-site catering facilities.
Please read the Head of Media information document for information about the department, Job Description and Person Specification.
Visits to the school can be arranged if requested.
Closing date: Wednesday 8 May 2024 at Midday
Interviews: From Monday 13 May 2024
Further information: We reserve the right to interview strong candidates on receipt of application and make appointments before the closing date on receipt of application for interview.
