DescriptionSupporting documentsEmployerLocation
Carpentry and Joinery Trainer
Construction
Salary: £34,484 to 38,811 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent Full time 37 hours per week
Reference: REC2413 | Closing Date: Thursday 21st May 2026
The Opportunity
Barnsley College is seeking an experienced and motivated Carpentry and Joinery Trainer to join our Apprenticeships team within Engineering and Construction. This role plays a vital part in supporting apprentices to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to succeed in their trade and achieve successful completion of their apprenticeship.
You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, delivering and assessing learning across the Carpentry and Joinery apprenticeship standards, supporting apprentices both in college and in the workplace. A key focus of the role is preparing learners for end point assessment while ensuring off the job training requirements are met and recorded accurately.
Working closely with employers, you will act as the main point of contact for a caseload of apprentices, building strong relationships and ensuring all parties are clear about expectations at each stage of the apprenticeship journey. You will contribute to quality assurance activity and support continuous improvement across the curriculum area.
About You
You will be an experienced Carpentry and Joinery professional who is passionate about developing others and supporting apprentices to succeed. You will be confident working with employers and learners, able to manage competing priorities and committed to maintaining high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.
You will be organised, self motivated and adaptable, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. A reflective approach to practice and a willingness to embrace new initiatives to improve performance are essential, as is a commitment to safeguarding, equality and inclusive learning.
Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.
Required
•NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry and Joinery or equivalent occupational qualification (or Level 4 in a related field)
•Assessor qualification
•Level 4 teaching qualification or willingness to work towards
•GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2 qualification)
•At least two years’ relevant industry experience
•Experience of assessing learners in the workplace
•Understanding of apprenticeship standards and assessment requirements
Knowledge of apprenticeship compliance procedures
•Good IT skills, including Word, Excel and online systems
•Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with employers and apprentices
•Internal Verification qualifications and experience of e portfolio systems are desirable.
Reasons to join us
•We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 47 days per year including bank and public holidays)
•Holiday purchase scheme to buy additional annual leave days
•Teachers’ Pension Scheme
•We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
•Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress
•Free Barnsley College courses to support your professional and personal development (subject to approval)
•24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP
•Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of YouatWork
•Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
•Discounted college gym membership with onsite facilities
•Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
•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
•On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options
•Free breakfast provided daily for all staff members
•Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff
•Employees can enrol on a Barnsley College course of their choice free of charge, supporting both professional and personal development (subject to approval)
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 Thursday 21st May 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.
Safeguarding Statement
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.