Course Leader – Foundation Learning
| Posting date: | 23 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £20,984 to £24,319 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 September 2025 |
| Location: | Barnsley, South Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Barnsley College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REC2253 |
Summary
Course Leader – Foundation Learning
Department: Foundation Learning
Salary: £20,984 - £24,319 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent, Part Time
Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Reference: REC2253 | Closing Date: Sunday 28 September 2025
The Opportunity
Barnsley College is seeking a passionate and experienced Course Leader to join our Foundation Learning department. This part-time role offers the chance to lead and deliver a range of courses that support learners with diverse needs and help them achieve their full potential.
You will be responsible for planning, delivering, and reviewing curriculum content, developing new teaching materials, and ensuring high standards of student retention, attendance, and achievement. You will teach across a variety of programmes, support learners through tutorials, and contribute to marketing and recruitment activities.
As Course Leader, you will also oversee the quality of delivery, manage staff associated with your course area, and foster strong partnerships with external organisations. You will play a key role in shaping the curriculum and supporting learners through engaging and inclusive education.
About You
You are an enthusiastic educator with experience in teaching and curriculum development. You understand the needs of Foundation Learning students and are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
You bring strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and a passion for helping learners succeed. You are confident in planning schemes of work, assessing student progress, and using data to drive improvements.
Required
• Cert Ed, PGCE, or Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DTLLS) – or willingness to work towards
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and maths at Grade C/4 or above
• Experience teaching or supporting learners in Foundation Learning or similar settings
The closing date for applications is Sunday 28 September 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
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: Foundation Learning
Salary: £20,984 - £24,319 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent, Part Time
Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Reference: REC2253 | Closing Date: Sunday 28 September 2025
The Opportunity
Barnsley College is seeking a passionate and experienced Course Leader to join our Foundation Learning department. This part-time role offers the chance to lead and deliver a range of courses that support learners with diverse needs and help them achieve their full potential.
You will be responsible for planning, delivering, and reviewing curriculum content, developing new teaching materials, and ensuring high standards of student retention, attendance, and achievement. You will teach across a variety of programmes, support learners through tutorials, and contribute to marketing and recruitment activities.
As Course Leader, you will also oversee the quality of delivery, manage staff associated with your course area, and foster strong partnerships with external organisations. You will play a key role in shaping the curriculum and supporting learners through engaging and inclusive education.
About You
You are an enthusiastic educator with experience in teaching and curriculum development. You understand the needs of Foundation Learning students and are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
You bring strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and a passion for helping learners succeed. You are confident in planning schemes of work, assessing student progress, and using data to drive improvements.
Required
• Cert Ed, PGCE, or Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DTLLS) – or willingness to work towards
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and maths at Grade C/4 or above
• Experience teaching or supporting learners in Foundation Learning or similar settings
The closing date for applications is Sunday 28 September 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
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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