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Visual Arts Tutor (0.8 FTE)
Film & Media
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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.

BCT culture video >

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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: Visual Arts Tutor (0.8 FTE)
Film & Media

• Salary:
• £34,000 - £38,000 FTE (dependent on experience) (£27,200 - £30,400 pro rata)
• Part-time 0.8 FTE (across 4 days per week)
• Permanent
• Start Date: 17th August 2026

• Closing Date: 9am Monday 15th June 2026

• 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 19 hours of teaching per week across Visual Arts study

programmes including Art & Design; Fashion; Graphics & Photography; Film & Moving
Image. We are particularly interested to hear from applicants with skills and experience in
teaching Film, Graphics and Photography disciplines.

Job Description

Key Tasks:

• Plan course delivery in line with study programme requirements
• Arranges, monitors and supervises learners on study programmes, educational visits and

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

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.

We welcome applications from newly qualified teachers wishing to complete their ECT.

Person Specification
A – Application I – Interview

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ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED DESIRABLE METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
Education and Qualifications
Degree or equivalent within a Visual Arts subject / 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 Visual Arts / A, I

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge, skill and ability with a range of Visual Arts practices / A, I

Skills with Adobe Creative Cloud 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.