A Level Teacher IT
Sixth Form
Salary: £5,876.55 - £8,851.22 per annum (£28,991 - £43,666 full time equivalent)
Contract Type: Permanent Part Time 7.5 hours per week
Starting Salary - Appointments are normally made at the bottom of the salary scale. A higher starting salary may be considered in exceptional circumstances.
Reference: REC2531 | Closing Date: Sunday 1st November 2026
The Opportunity
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed A Level IT Teacher to join our Sixth Form College and inspire learners to achieve their full potential.
This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality teaching within your specialist subject area, using a range of engaging teaching and learning methods.
You will contribute to the planning, review and development of the curriculum, produce effective schemes of work and learning materials, and use a range of assessment activities to help learners make excellent progress.
Alongside your teaching responsibilities, you will provide academic and pastoral support, giving learners the guidance, challenge and encouragement they need to achieve their maximum potential.
You will monitor learner progress and contribute to strategies designed to improve attendance, retention, achievement, success rates and value added.
Working closely with Course Leaders and Personal Progress Mentors, you will play an important role in supporting the continued success, growth and development of the Sixth Form College.
About You
You will be passionate about teaching and committed to creating an engaging, supportive and inclusive learning environment for A Level students.
You will have a relevant degree together with experience of working within an education setting, delivering learning to a range of learners and developing effective learning materials.
You will have excellent communication skills and an understanding of the academic and pastoral needs of A Level learners.
You will be able to use a range of teaching methodologies, provide clear and constructive feedback and contribute positively to curriculum planning and development.
Previous A Level teaching experience and a relevant higher degree are desirable
Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.
Required
• Teaching qualification, or willingness to work towards a PGCE if a Level 6 qualification is not already held
• Degree in a relevant subject
• GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent Level 2 qualifications
• Experience of working within an education setting
• Experience of delivering learning to a range of learners
• Experience of developing learning materials
• Ability to devise strategies to improve attendance, retention, achievement, value added and success rates
• Ability to provide clear and constructive feedback to students to support their learning
• Understanding and knowledge of the academic and pastoral needs of A Level learners
• Knowledge of a range of teaching methodologies
• Good verbal and written communication skills
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 on-site 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 on-site 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 Sunday 1st November 2026 - We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to demonstrate this at the point of appointment. Please note that we are unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position.
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.
We are committed to sustainability, embedding environmentally responsible practices across everything we do and preparing our learners for a low carbon future. Find out more about our approach: View our Sustainability Strategy