Here at Bradford College we are on the lookout for a highly motivated and creative individual who is passionate about teaching the next generation of film makers and developing their skills and talents through a range of learning and enrichment activity to lead them to positive outcomes.
The ideal candidate will have a degree in film or media production, and current experience of practical film production. Confident use of appropriate camera, sound and/or editing equipment and software packages is essential as is a creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching and learning. Experience of teaching across further and higher education courses is essential.
If you're ready to inspire, innovate, and ignite the imagination of our students, this is your opportunity to make a difference in the world of media and beyond!
Responsibilities include:
The successful candidate will inspire and guide students in developing their technical skills, creative vision, and industry knowledge, preparing them for careers in film, television, and digital media production. You will teach on practical film and media production modules across the Level 2 and 3 UAL Diploma in Creative Media Production and the FdA Film and Media Production for the Creative Industries course as well as BA (Hons) Film and Media Production (Level 6 top up).
The role involves the preparation, delivery and assessment of teaching and learning as well as some pastoral responsibility. Bradford School of Art actively promotes a collaborative approach, and you will be expected to contribute to creative projects with colleagues from across the School and wider Faculty.
Main duties
* To teach on Level 2 and 3 UAL Diploma in Creative Media Production and the FdA Film and Media Production for the Creative Industries and BA (Hons) Film and Media Production (Level 6 top up)
* To participate actively in the development of curriculum ensuring it is relevant, current and meets the needs of our students and the sector
* To participate actively in the enrolment, induction, monitoring, profiling and initial assessment of students or trainees.
* To devise individual learning plans and provide support for learners in line with the requirements of the course.
* To be responsible for the supervision and management of students on placements and offsite visits and activities where appropriate.
* To act as academic and pastoral tutor to assigned students.
* To participate actively in the maintenance and promotion of close links with employers and training agencies.
The ideal candidate
The ideal candidate will be learner and quality focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. They should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within their core values.
Education and Training
* Degree or equivalent in Creative Media
* A relevant teaching qualification or willing to work towards this qualification
* GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English (grade 4 / C or above)
* Academic, industrial or commercial experience in an area relevant to the programmes
* Experience of Outstanding teaching/training.
* Experience of student pastoral care and disciplinary procedures
Bradford College
At Bradford College our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.
Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.
Our aim is to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference to the lives of everyone at Bradford College.
Benefits of working at Bradford College:
- Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 44 days holidays, plus bank holidays
- Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure
- Teachers’ Pension scheme, with a generous 23% employer contribution
- Annual salary reviews
- Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
- Free sports and gym facilities
- Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
- Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
- Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
- Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
- Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
- On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
- A host of training development opportunities
- Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
- The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed creating a better future for all through education and training.
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*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.
Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken for this post including a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that social media checks will also be undertaken during the recruitment process.
Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.