Childcare Trainer

Childcare Trainer — Department:
Apprenticeships, Salary: £30,702 to £34,484 per annum, Contract type:
Permanent | Full time, 37 hours per week, Reference: REC
2425, Closing date:
Thursday 18th June 2026.

Are you ready to inspire the next generation of childcare professionals? Whether you are an experienced Childcare Practitioner, Childcare Manager, Residential Childcare Worker, or a qualified teacher looking for a fresh and rewarding opportunity, this could be the perfect next step in your career. At the heart of this role is the chance to make a genuine and lasting difference – sharing your knowledge, skills and real‑life experience to help learners grow in confidence and achieve their full potential.

New to teaching or training? Don’t worry – full support and development will be provided every step of the way. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future workforce within the childcare sector. You will support and inspire apprentices both in the workplace and in college, guiding them through their learning journey and preparing them for successful careers.

As a Childcare Trainer, you will manage your own caseload of apprentices, delivering high‑quality teaching, learning and assessment while building strong relationships with employers. You will provide personalised support, track progress, and ensure apprentices develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to succeed in their End‑Point Assessments and beyond.

You will be an experienced childcare professional with a passion for developing others and a strong understanding of the sector. Ideally, you will have experience in training or assessing apprentices, although this is not essential. You will be confident in delivering engaging and inclusive learning both in the classroom and in the workplace, with the ability to motivate learners to achieve their full potential.

Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, as you will be working closely with apprentices, employers and colleagues to ensure a high‑quality learning experience. You will also be committed to delivering high‑quality learning experiences and supporting apprentices to achieve positive outcomes. Whether you already have teaching experience or are looking to move into education, you will be fully supported to develop and thrive in the role.

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent in an occupational area or Level 4 qualification in related field
• Assessor Awards (or willingness to work towards)
• Level 5 teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards)
• At least 2 years’ work experience in a relevant discipline

• 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
• 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 Youat Work
• Health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• Discounted college gym membership with onsite facilities
• Access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Discounts for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• 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

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.