Finance / Business Teacher – Barnsley College
Business Department
Salary: £27,850 - £31,201 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent | Full time - 37 hours per week
Reference: REC2031 | Closing date: 24th November 2024
The opportunity
As a Business Teacher at Barnsley College, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality teaching across a range of business-related courses. You’ll have the opportunity to inspire students, sharing your expertise and passion for the subject to help them succeed in their studies and future careers.
In this exciting role, you will be responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing engaging and effective lessons for a variety of business courses, including T Level Accounting and Business. You will also tailor your teaching approaches to meet the individual needs of students, offering personalised learning support and constructive feedback to help them achieve their academic goals.
As part of our dynamic team, you’ll also foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes student development, encourages confidence, and ensures every learner feels supported. Collaboration with colleagues will be essential to maintain high teaching standards, share best practices, and ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality education.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Finance/Business Teacher at Barnsley College, offering the chance to make a real impact on students' lives by sharing your expertise and passion for the subject.
Reasons to join us
• We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 55 days per year including bank and public holidays)
• 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
• 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
• Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff
About you
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Finance Teacher to join our team and help deliver an exceptional learner experience across a range of T Level and Foundation study programmes. In this role, you will focus on developing learners who are ready for their next steps and committed to achieving their qualifications. You will work collaboratively with a team of specialists to contribute to the development and organisation of a dynamic and relevant curriculum.
Ideally, you will be an experienced educator or someone with strong occupational competence and a genuine enthusiasm for teaching and learning. You will inspire and engage learners, supporting the department’s growth, success rates, and overall development. Strong communication and time management skills are essential, as is proficiency in Microsoft Excel, alongside a passion for student development.
You will be a professional with high standards, fully committed to ensuring your learners reach their full potential and succeed in their educational journey. Barnsley College supports staff development through continuous professional development (CPD) and offers opportunities for further qualifications and training. We welcome applications from newly qualified teachers and those considering a career change, but you must already hold an AAT or similar finance qualification.
If you are a qualified Business teacher, preferably with finance experience, and possess the passion, drive, and enthusiasm to ensure your learners receive the best possible education, we would love to hear from you. Your ability to deliver lessons that accommodate diverse learning styles and your skill in making learning engaging and enjoyable will be key to your learners’ success. In return, we offer a career filled with opportunities, professional development, challenges, and the chance to work alongside talented individuals.
Please note you will be directed to the Barnsley College website to complete your application Closing date for applications 24th November 2024 - 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.
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