GCSE Teacher
| Posting date: | 04 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,702 to £34,484 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 21 June 2026 |
| Location: | Barnsley, South Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Barnsley College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REC2439 |
Summary
GCSE Teacher
Department: Childcare & Health
Salary: £15,351 to £17,242 per annum (FTE £30,702 to £34,484 per annum)
Contract Type: Permanent | Part time, 18.5 hours per week
Reference: REC2439 | Closing Date: Sunday 21st June 2026
The Opportunity
Barnsley College is seeking a passionate and committed GCSE Teacher to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high quality teaching that supports learners to achieve essential qualifications, building the foundations for future career success.
You will be joining a highly motivated and innovative team with a strong track record of supporting learners to make meaningful progress from their individual starting points. Our staff are committed to creating an environment where learners feel supported, confident and able to succeed, regardless of their background or prior attainment.
GCSE qualifications are fundamental to the future aspirations of our learners, particularly those progressing into sectors such as Education and Health care. As a result, the impact you have on learners’ confidence, motivation and engagement will play a vital role in helping them to secure positive destinations and achieve their long term goals.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a GCSE Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging, high quality teaching, learning and assessment that supports learners to develop their knowledge, skills and confidence. You will adapt your teaching approach to meet the needs of learners with a wide range of starting points, ensuring all students are supported, challenged and able to progress.
You will monitor learner progress closely, providing clear and constructive feedback while supporting learners to overcome barriers and remain motivated. You will create a positive and inclusive learning environment where learners feel encouraged to develop resilience, take ownership of their learning and achieve their full potential.
In addition to teaching, you will contribute to curriculum development, support departmental activities and work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards across provision.
About You
You will be a dedicated and learner focused professional with a genuine passion for supporting learners to succeed. You will have the skills and qualities required to adapt your teaching style to meet the diverse needs of learners, recognising that students will join the College with a wide range of experiences and starting points.
You will be confident in delivering engaging teaching that builds confidence, develops motivation and supports learners to adopt a positive mindset towards their learning and future progression. You will understand the importance of GCSE achievement in shaping learners’ career opportunities and will be committed to supporting them to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience
• Teaching qualification (must be willing to work towards Level 6 PGCE if not already held)
• Degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2 qualification)
• 2 years’ experience of working within an education setting
• Experience of delivering learning to a range of learners
• Experience of developing learning materials
The Barnsley College Advantage
When you join us, you can expect to benefit from The Barnsley College Advantage. This is the advantage of:
• Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals
• A range of flexible working opportunities
• Autonomy, Empowerment and Accountability
• Short- and Long-Term development commitments
• Access to experiencing work in a range of areas
• Working in a Value and Behaviour led organisation
• Reward and Recognition
• Having your voice heard at every level
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support
Closing date for applications is Sunday, 21st June 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
Job Description and 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.
Department: Childcare & Health
Salary: £15,351 to £17,242 per annum (FTE £30,702 to £34,484 per annum)
Contract Type: Permanent | Part time, 18.5 hours per week
Reference: REC2439 | Closing Date: Sunday 21st June 2026
The Opportunity
Barnsley College is seeking a passionate and committed GCSE Teacher to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high quality teaching that supports learners to achieve essential qualifications, building the foundations for future career success.
You will be joining a highly motivated and innovative team with a strong track record of supporting learners to make meaningful progress from their individual starting points. Our staff are committed to creating an environment where learners feel supported, confident and able to succeed, regardless of their background or prior attainment.
GCSE qualifications are fundamental to the future aspirations of our learners, particularly those progressing into sectors such as Education and Health care. As a result, the impact you have on learners’ confidence, motivation and engagement will play a vital role in helping them to secure positive destinations and achieve their long term goals.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a GCSE Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging, high quality teaching, learning and assessment that supports learners to develop their knowledge, skills and confidence. You will adapt your teaching approach to meet the needs of learners with a wide range of starting points, ensuring all students are supported, challenged and able to progress.
You will monitor learner progress closely, providing clear and constructive feedback while supporting learners to overcome barriers and remain motivated. You will create a positive and inclusive learning environment where learners feel encouraged to develop resilience, take ownership of their learning and achieve their full potential.
In addition to teaching, you will contribute to curriculum development, support departmental activities and work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards across provision.
About You
You will be a dedicated and learner focused professional with a genuine passion for supporting learners to succeed. You will have the skills and qualities required to adapt your teaching style to meet the diverse needs of learners, recognising that students will join the College with a wide range of experiences and starting points.
You will be confident in delivering engaging teaching that builds confidence, develops motivation and supports learners to adopt a positive mindset towards their learning and future progression. You will understand the importance of GCSE achievement in shaping learners’ career opportunities and will be committed to supporting them to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience
• Teaching qualification (must be willing to work towards Level 6 PGCE if not already held)
• Degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2 qualification)
• 2 years’ experience of working within an education setting
• Experience of delivering learning to a range of learners
• Experience of developing learning materials
The Barnsley College Advantage
When you join us, you can expect to benefit from The Barnsley College Advantage. This is the advantage of:
• Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals
• A range of flexible working opportunities
• Autonomy, Empowerment and Accountability
• Short- and Long-Term development commitments
• Access to experiencing work in a range of areas
• Working in a Value and Behaviour led organisation
• Reward and Recognition
• Having your voice heard at every level
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support
Closing date for applications is Sunday, 21st June 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
Job Description and 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.
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