Job Description

GCSE English Teacher

Department: Business

Salary

:

27,350 to 41,194 per annumContract Type: Permanent Full time 37 hours per week

Reference: REC2327 | Closing Date: Sunday 4 January 2026

The Opportunity

Join Barnsley College as a GCSE English Teacher and play a vital role in helping learners achieve their full potential. You will deliver GCSE and Functional Skills to a diverse range of learners, including 16-18-year-olds and adults, with some evening delivery required.

You'll design and deliver engaging lessons that build confidence, develop essential communication skills, and support learners to achieve recognised qualifications. Working closely with colleagues, you'll contribute to curriculum planning, develop innovative resources, and explore creative teaching methods that make English accessible and relevant.

Alongside teaching, you'll provide academic and pastoral support, helping learners overcome barriers and develop resilience, independence, and self-belief.

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 Business 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 4 January 2026

. 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: 27,350.00-41,194.00 per year

Work Location: In person