Deputy Curriculum Lead - Communications (Maternity Cover) - Medina College

Job Posted: 10 March 2026

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Newport, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: MPR/UPR with TLR
• Industries: Education

Medina College is seeking an enthusiastic, innovative, and forward-thinking Teacher of English and Deputy Curriculum Lead to join our dedicated team within the Communications Faculty. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner to support the strategic development of the various curriculums within the faculty, driving high standards across the departments, and working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure outstanding outcomes for all students.

About Us - Medina college, on the historic and beautiful Isle of Wight, is located over two sites: our 11- 16 site on the outskirts of Newport, and the post 16 site, The Island VI Form, in the town centre.

Medina College is a proud member of HISP Multi Academy Trust, a forward-thinking educational community whose purpose is the provision of courageous, transformative education for all.  Celebrating diversity and inclusion, our vision is to create and promote supportive environments that eliminate barriers to education and empower individuals. 

As part of our dynamic English department and wider Communications faculty, you will play a key role in delivering an ambitious curriculum that equips pupils with essential skills for life.

Job Description & Person Specification

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Access to high-quality CPD and career progression opportunities across the HISP Trust.

• Opportunities to contribute to curriculum innovation and extracurricular activities.

• A school community that values creativity, independence, and critical thinking.

Your Responsibilities

• Support the Curriculum Lead in delivering the faculty vision and promoting high standards of teaching, learning and achievement.

• Assist in monitoring the quality of teaching and learning, including work scrutiny, moderation, and the effective use of assessment data to support student progress.

• Help manage and support faculty staff, including promoting positive working relationships, supporting attendance management, and contributing to professional development.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of schemes of work and the faculty improvement plan to ensure a rich and progressive curriculum.

• Support the management of behaviour and classroom practice within the faculty, providing guidance and assistance to colleagues where appropriate.

• Work collaboratively with staff, parents/carers and wider school teams to ensure effective communication, accurate exam processes, and positive outcomes for students.

What We’re Looking For  

We are looking for teachers who embody our values within a school community: Ambition, striving to unlock the full potential of every pupil; Courage, embracing challenges with resilience and high expectations; Confidence, promoting positive learning environments where pupils and staff believe in themselves; and Kindness, creating a caring, inclusive school culture where every child feels safe, valued, and supported

• Qualified Teacher Status and a degree in English or a related subject.

• Strong subject knowledge and understanding of current educational developments.

• Excellent communication skills and a passion for inspiring young learners.

• A commitment to continuous professional development and innovative teaching.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Online searches and references will be taken up for those candidates short-listed for interview. The successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Ready to make a difference?
Apply today and help us shape confident, independent learners who care for others and the environment.

Please note that we are unable to accept applications that are not submitted on the application forms below and we do not accept CVs under any circumstances. Please send completed applications to [email protected]. 

If you have any queries or would like to discuss the role further, please contact us on [email protected] 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date: 3pm Wed 18th March

Start date: Preferred start for May 2026