GCSE English Teacher
Department: Foundation Learning
Salary: £27,350 to £41,194 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent Full time 37 hours per week
Reference: REC2286 | Closing Date: Sunday, 19th October 2025
The Opportunity
You will play a key role in delivering GCSE and Entry Level 3 English to a diverse range of learners. You will design and deliver engaging lessons that help our students build confidence, develop core communication skills and achieve recognised qualifications. Working closely with Tutorial Learning Mentors, you will support each learner’s academic progress and personal development, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
In this role, you will contribute to the planning and development of the curriculum, exploring creative methods of delivery that make English accessible and relevant. You will take an active part in course team meetings and departmental initiatives, sharing ideas and best practice to enhance teaching quality and learner outcomes. You will also play a part in the creation of new courses and resources that reflect the needs and aspirations of your learners.
You will be responsible for assessing and providing feedback on learners’ work in line with college policy, using formative assessment to track progress and support improvement. Alongside your teaching duties, you will provide academic and pastoral guidance, helping learners to develop confidence, resilience and independence in their studies.
This role gives you the chance to make a meaningful impact—helping students gain not only a qualification, but also the communication skills and self-belief they need for life, work and further study. By joining a supportive and innovative team, you will contribute to the continued success and growth of the Foundation Learning department at Barnsley College.
About You
You will be an enthusiastic and adaptable English teacher who believes in making language and literature accessible, engaging and meaningful for every learner. You understand that English is more than a subject—it’s a life skill—and you are committed to helping our students gain both the confidence and competence to use it effectively in their studies, work and everyday life.
You should hold a recognised teaching qualification (Cert Ed, PGCE or equivalent) and a minimum of a Level 3 qualification in English. Experience of teaching GCSE and/or Functional Skills English is essential, ideally within a further education or alternative learning environment. You’ll have the ability to plan and deliver creative, learner-centred lessons that cater to a wide range of abilities and learning styles.
You will have strong classroom management skills and the ability to build positive, supportive relationships with learners who may face barriers to education. Patience, empathy and a genuine passion for helping others succeed will be at the heart of your teaching approach.
Collaboration is key in this role—you’ll work closely with colleagues across the Foundation Learning team to share ideas, resources and good practice. You’ll also take an active role in developing curriculum content, experimenting with new delivery methods and contributing to strategies that enhance learner engagement and achievement.
Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.
Required
•Hold a recognised teaching qualification (Cert Ed, PGCE or equivalent)
•Possess a Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in English
•Hold Level 2 Maths (Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent)
•Have at least two years’ experience working within an educational setting
•Demonstrate experience of delivering learning to a diverse range of learners
•Have experience in designing and developing engaging learning materials
Reasons to join us
•We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 55 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
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, 19th October 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.