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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

Job Description &

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

Job Description

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

(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.

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