Department: Digital & Creative Industries
Salary: £32,532 to £36,614 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent Full time 37 hours per week
Reference: REC2243 | Closing Date: Wednesday, 10th September 2025
The Opportunity
Based in our friendly Digital & Creative Industries team, you will inspire and guide our students through lessons and workshops across film, TV, radio, broadcasting, and digital design, supporting our learners from Level 2 through to higher education courses. You will help shape curriculum materials that reflect industry standards, giving our students both practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Your mentorship will enable our learners to develop confidence, grow their abilities, and prepare for careers in creative and digital industries.
You will collaborate closely with Course Leaders to review and enhance courses, introduce fresh teaching methods, and contribute to the ongoing success of the department. Your role will involve designing schemes of work, lesson plans, and innovative learning resources, while assessing student work and providing constructive feedback to help learners reach their full potential. You will also oversee student projects and organise events to showcase their achievements.
In this role, you will have access to industry-standard facilities, including a green screen visual effects studio, live TV and award-winning radio studios, and high-spec production equipment. You will be encouraged to bring real-world industry insights into the classroom, create engaging digital content, and build connections with media professionals to enhance the student learning experience.
This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic and creative learning environment where you can make a real difference to our students' lives.
About You
We are looking for a creative media professional who is passionate about inspiring and supporting our students to develop their skills and confidence. You will have hands-on experience in film, TV, radio, digital design, or broadcasting, and be proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications as well as Microsoft Word. A teaching qualification, or a willingness to work towards one, is essential, and you will bring strong industry knowledge to the classroom.
You will enjoy mentoring our learners, helping them grow both technically and personally, and take pride in seeing them succeed. You are highly creative, adaptable, and digitally savvy, with proven experience working in a dynamic creative environment. Excellent communication and organisational skills will allow you to manage multiple projects and deadlines while collaborating effectively with colleagues, students, and industry partners.
You will also have a compelling portfolio showcasing your creative work, demonstrating both your technical expertise and your flair for innovation. Overall, you are motivated, approachable, and enthusiastic about helping our students achieve their potential while contributing to the growth and success of the department.
Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.
Required
* Degree in Creative Media, Digital Design, Broadcasting, or a closely related field
* GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade A–C) or an equivalent Level 2 qualification
* Hands-on experience in film, TV, radio, digital design, or broadcasting
* Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications and Microsoft Word
* Teaching qualification, or a willingness to work towards one
* Excellent communication and organisational skills, with strong industry knowledge
* Highly creative, adaptable, and digitally savvy
* Proven experience working in a dynamic creative environment
* A compelling portfolio showcasing your creative work
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 Wednesday, 10th 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.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,532.00-£36,614.00 per year
Work Location: In person