Instructor

Barnsley College; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Career advancement

Free Barnsley College courses

24/7 GP access

Staff discounts

Job summary

Barnsley College seeks an enthusiastic Instructor to deliver practical Animal Care and Management sessions at Wigfield Farm. You will guide learners, assess progress, and maintain welfare standards in a real-world setting, working with Course Leaders to ensure high-quality hands-on learning.

The role is on-site, with a flexible variable hours contract, requiring strong communication and safeguarding commitment to support students and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage learners and colleagues at all levels.
• Ability to train, instruct and assess students effectively.
• Experience supporting learner development and achievement.
• Strong team working skills and adaptability.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical teaching and instruction to students, individually and in groups.
• Support learner development and progress with accurate assessments and feedback.
• Prepare learning materials and maintain documentation for each learner.
• Promote high standards of animal welfare, health and safety in a real-world setting.
• Create an engaging learning environment that supports progression in the animal care industry.

Skills

Communication skills

Instruct and assess

Learner development

Team working

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Animal Care/Management

Level 2 Maths & English

Job description

Instructor | Hourly Rate: £13.88 per hour | Contract Type: Variable Hours

Reference: REC2522 | Closing Date: Sunday 4 th October 2026

Contract Details

This role is offered on a Variable Hours contract for services, giving you the flexibility to choose whether to accept work offered to you. We'll provide an approximate number of hours you may be asked to work, however there is no obligation for work to be offered, and there's no obligation for you to accept the work offered.

The Opportunity

Barnsley College is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Instructor to support the delivery of our Animal Care and Management provision at Wigfield Farm.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with industry experience and a passion for education to inspire learners and help them develop practical skills in a real-world environment.

Working alongside Course Leaders and Programme Managers, you will play a key role in delivering practical instruction, supporting student development, and ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare, health and safety, and learner engagement.

As an Instructor, you will provide practical teaching, instruction and support to students both individually and in groups.

You will help create an engaging learning environment where learners can develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to progress within the animal care industry. The role also involves preparing learning materials, carrying out assessments, supporting learner progress, maintaining accurate documentation and contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Based at our unique land-based provision, Wigfield Farm, you will work closely with colleagues to deliver high quality practical learning experiences while promoting excellent standards of animal care and welfare.

About You

You will be passionate about supporting learners and helping them achieve their full potential. With relevant experience within the land-based or animal care sector, you will be confident delivering practical instruction and providing guidance to students in both individual and group settings.

You will possess excellent communication skills, be able to work effectively as part of a team and demonstrate a positive, proactive and enthusiastic approach.

A strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, alongside a dedication to high standards of animal welfare and health and safety, is essential.

Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.

Required

• Relevant Level 3 qualification in Animal Care, Animal Management or a related land-based subject
• Level 2 Maths and English (GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent)
• Minimum of 2 years' experience within the land-based or animal care sector
• Ability to train, instruct and assess students effectively
• Experience supporting learner development and achievement
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage learners and colleagues at all levels
• Ability to use appropriate digital learning technologies (ILT)
• Positive, motivational and enthusiastic approach
• Strong team working skills and ability to adapt to change
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults

Reasons to join us

• 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
• Discounted college gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• 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
• 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

• 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

Sunday 4 th October 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.

Job Description and Person Specification

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