Job Description

bigcreative.education

Media Moving Image

Tutor (1.0)

Job specification pack

Welcome to

Big Creative Academy

Big Creative Academy (BCA) is a specialist

creative arts college for 16-19 year olds based

in Walthamstow, E17.

Our intent is to provide young creatives from

diverse backgrounds with the entrepreneurial skills

and academic knowledge to have a powerful impact

in the creative industries.

Through access to higher education and the

development of cultural capital we will provide

students with the attitude and resilience to

succeed.

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As an organisation we provide a supportive,


developmental environment with a creative



and innovative approach to education. Choosing


to work for BCA will enable you to be part of a


successful organisation that offer a good work-



life balance to all employees, which includes



a flexible working approach, a friendly, positive


and purposeful working environment, and


plenty of opportunities for social interaction


between colleagues



We are a values-led organisation, award-winning in


equality, diversity, and inclusion and a best practice


college for LGBTQ+. We work with integrity


and passion, and are fiercely committed to


creating a truly meaningful work environment,


where individuals are empowered with the



tools, technology, and training to unleash



their full potential.



This is an exciting time to join BCA. We moved into


our 21m new building in January 2021 with all


new industry-standard studios and equipment. We


are expanding to launch the new Fashion Futures


Studio in September 2023.

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We have 440 young people per year enrolled onto



our Level 3 vocational programmes, and learners



take qualifications in maths and English if needed.



We have a job centre on site for learners and a


sister organisation, Big Creative Training, offering


apprenticeships. Progression outcomes for


students are filling local skills needs for a growing


creative arts sector.


The majority of our staff are dual practitioners,


teaching their professional craft. This makes BCA


an innovative environment in which to work.


Together with our industry ambassadors and


patron, Emeli Sande, all of our programmes are


industry led and forward thinking.

Benefits of working for BCA

Flexible Fridays, half day, to provide work-life
balance


Employee assistance programme

Research-based professional development

Supportive, caring and developmental


environment with full staff wellbeing


programme


Excellent career development opportunities


and performance recognition


Staff social events

Gym facilities for staff use

Cycle to work scheme

Sacha Corcoran, MBE (Principal)

I'm really proud of the team at Big Creative Academy all working


together to provide the best education possible for our learners.



Our values are incredibly important to us and we look forward to


welcoming you into the Big Creative family.

- Kindness - Respect - Inclusivity - Authenticity - Inclusivity -

What our learners

and graduates say...

96% of learners at BCA say their overall experience

is good. Here's what they had to say...

"The teachers always find time to help."


"I love the small class sizes, and the fun environment created."


"I get to do something I love with other people who have the


same interests as me."



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Not only did the college give us


the tools and knowledge to succeed,

they prepared us for life as creatives

of the future.

Georgia

If it wasn't for BCA there's no way

I would have become the person


I am today. Thanks for helping

me find myself!"

Amani

&

Person Specification

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Post Title: Media Moving Image Tutor (1.0)

Salary: 31,000 - 34,000 FTE (without Qualified Teacher Status)

34,000 - 38,000 FTE (with Qualified Teacher Status) Full Time (5 days per week) Permanent position Start Date: August 18th - September 1st 2025

Closing Date: 5pm Wednesday 23rd April 2025, Interview Date TBC

Reporting to: Head of Curriculum for Visual Arts

Location: Big Creative Academy, Clifton Avenue, E17 6HL

Purpose of the role: To prepare, teach and deliver learning programmes with assistance to
students and tutorial support


Teaching: The post includes 24 hours of teaching per week across Media and Creative
Practice programmes


Annual leave: 13 weeks per year. You will be required to work in term time and 3 weeks
prior Induction for a total of 39 weeks per year

Principal Accountabilities:

Prepare, teach and assess UAL Level 3/Level 2 programmes in Media and Creative
Practice


Provide pastoral support to students

Key Tasks:

Plan and deliver course in line with study programme requirements Arrange, monitor and supervise learners on study programmes, educational visits and field
trips


Plan and prepare for inspections, Moderator reports and visits

Assess students work, including formative and summative assessments, internal
verification, and supervision of assessments

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Maintain and provide records and statistical tracking in relation to own teaching and across
courses, including enrolment and attendance records


As part of the course team, the tutor acts as the main point of reference for students in a
particular year or course group. The tutor's role includes:



(a) participation in inducting students



(b) providing educational and welfare guidance



(c) assisting students in preparing individual action plans



(d) following up student absence and tracking their course work



(e) acting as the focal point in the maintenance of student discipline within



the context of the Academy student disciplinary procedure



(f) undertaking exit interviews with students



(g) preparing administrative returns and reports as may be needed in relation to


students, including destination records



(h) writing student references



(i) completing UAL and other administrative forms with students


Participate in activities to publicise courses

Contribute significantly to planning and developing courses and course materials

Participate as a member of one or more course teams in employer liaison (as appropriate),
maintaining standards and targets, reviewing and evaluating course provision and joint action


planning


Provide advice and guidance to prospective students together with interviewing and APL work

Participate in student enrolment and induction

To plan, manage and ensure the effective deployment of the resource requirements for the
services that are the responsibility of the role


Promotes and implement all Academy policies, particularly those which refer to health and
safety, equality of opportunity, maintaining standards of student behaviour and safeguarding


young people and vulnerable adults. Participate in Academy programmes of staff appraisal and


continuing professional development


Develop effective working relationships internally and with external partners

To operate at all times in line with the Academy's values

To work towards the behaviours outlined in the Excellence in Teaching framework


This job description is designed to outline a range of main duties that may be encountered. It is not


designed to be an exhaustive listing of tasks and can be varied in consultation with the post holder


in order to reflect changes in the job or the organisation.

Person Specification

A - Application I - Interview

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ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED DESIRABLE

METHOD OF

ASSESSMENT

Education and Qualifications


Degree or equivalent within Film or Moving Image / A



Teaching Qualification or Qualified Teacher Status / A



Postgraduate qualification within relevant area of specialism / A



Experience



Evidence of the ability to deliver consistently good or better


teaching, learning and assessment

/ I



Experience of teaching with the 16-19 age group / A, I



A proven track record of collaborating in a team to plan and deliver


an excellent learning experience

/ A, I



Experience of the pastoral care of students, monitoring their


attendance and achievement

/ A, I



Professional industry experience within Film or Moving Image / A, I



Knowledge and Skills


Knowledge, skill and ability with a range of camera and recording


equipment for film and moving image production

/ A, I



Film editing and post-production skill with Adobe CC, (Premiere,


After Effects) or equivalent

/ A, I



A well-developed understanding of the particular needs of the 16-19


age group both in full-time education and employment and of the


professional challenges by inner city students many of whom come


from deprived backgrounds


/ I



An understanding of and commitment to safeguarding young people


and vulnerable adults

/ I



Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal


boundaries with children and young people/vulnerable adults


/ I



Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours


attitudes to use of authority and maintaining discipline

/ I



Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative / A



Ability to promote and advocate for study programmes / A



Connected to relevant industries to bring opportunities to the


Academy

/ A, I



Commitment


Demonstrate enthusiasm, adaptability, and collaboration / I



Demonstrate an aptitude for maintaining high standards of delivery / A, I



Demonstrate an ability to develop study programmes and implement


positive change in line with organisational initiatives

/ A


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How to apply

You must be eligible to work in the UK and possess a UK work permit if you need one. For an informal



conversation about the role please call reception on 0208 498 3300 and ask for the person whom the post


reports to.


To apply you must complete the application form found at

www.bigcreative.education/bca-jobs

Safeguarding

BCA operates safer recruitment practice in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education


regulations. Please expect the highest level of scrutiny and background checks. Appointments are


subject to satisfactory references being obtained, and an enhanced disclosure and barring



service (DBS) check. New members of staff cannot start their positions until these


documents are in place.

Warner Interviews

As a values led organisation we conduct Warner interviews as part of our


recruitment process. These are designed to help us understand your own


values and motivation for working with the specific cohort of young people


we serve. We recommend that you research this interview technique


should you be invited to attend an interview.

What our staff say...

I like the progressive nature of the

college and how we are always looking

to expand and offer a more rounded

experience for the learners.

The best part of my role is being able

to make a positive difference to the

lives of many, supporting our young

people in seeing their potential.

There is fantastic communication

between members of staff and

the management team.

I feel supported and encouraged

in my role, inspired to continue

working to deliver high quality

and engaging material.

The staff get on well with each other

and work together positively to benefit

the organisation.

Lovely working environment with a

supportive team and great students.

What we do, individually, and overall,

makes a huge impact on the lives


of these young people and

empowers them.



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I like the collaborative culture and

genuine care for staff, with time

and energy invested.

BCA is a small organisation with

a big heart and a great mission

to develop learners from

disadvantaged communities.

I am trusted by my manager to use

initiative and develop my area as

I see fit. I feel trusted and valued

in my ideas and opinions.

The environment at BCA is a huge

stand out to me. The staff are diverse

so it makes me feel very comfortable

at work.

The absolutely fantastic team of staff

that I work with - we all come from

different walks of life yet share the

same creative interests and goals

in improving learner's experience

and their lives in general.

The community feel to our college

is second to none.


BCA is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes


applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to



safeguarding all learners enrolled on our programmes and appointment


of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references being


obtained, and an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.