Job profile

Foundation Learning Teacher - Permanent - £27,850 to £31,280 per annum

Foundation learning is a provision in place to enable students experiencing barriers to learning to progress onto a higher-level programme, where this might not previously have been possible. For our teachers this can be challenging, but also extremely rewarding.

An interest in multi-trades (either a construction or engineering skill) is key, although there is no requirement to have a formal engineering qualification at this stage, as we will invest in and upskill the right candidates. The successful candidate can be new to teaching or an experienced Foundation Learning Teacher – we are looking for someone who will work hard to transform the lives of our young people and support them onto a positive future.

Benefits

First of all, what’s in it for you?

• Substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 55 days per year including bank and public holidays!)
• Teachers Pension Scheme
• Considerable staff investment through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
• Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress 
• Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure
• Access to private healthcare as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• College gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon

Teacher
Foundation Learning
Permanent vacancy - 37 hours per week
£27,850 to £31,280 per annum

We are looking for a Foundation Learning Teacher with the desire to work with disadvantaged young people and the emotional resilience to support them unconditionally. We work with class sizes of no more than 16 (often much smaller groups) to ensure that every student is getting the support they need. Practical skills and theoretical knowledge up to Level 1 are delivered within the programme.

You will plan, teach and assess on the Foundation Learning Study programmes which are delivered through project-based learning. We are looking for a Teacher who is innovative in the design and delivery of the lessons and willing to take risks to make their sessions engaging and exciting. Ideally, you will have previous experience of working with disengaged young people and have a passion to make a difference so that our students have a great time at college, achieve their aims and progress into further study or work.

Closing date for applications Thursday 12^th September 2024 - We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.

Job Description Person Specification

Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.