Health and Social Care Trainer

Job description

Health and Social Care Trainer
Department: ITSSalary: £30,702 - £34,484 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent Full time 37 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: REC2543 | Closing Date: Monday 30 th November 2026

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Health and Social Care professional who is passionate about helping apprentices and learners achieve their potential?

We are looking for a Health and Social Care Trainer to plan, coordinate, deliver, assess and review learning activities for a caseload of apprentices and learners.

You will support individuals throughout their programme, prepare them for end-point assessment and monitor their off-the-job training to ensure they make strong and sustained progress.

Working closely with employers, you will organise workplace assessment visits, maintain proactive and regular contact and produce individual training plans that reflect every element of the learner's programme.

You will conduct work-based assessments, provide constructive and timely written feedback, develop appropriate assessment materials and deliver learning in line with curriculum needs and awarding body requirements.

You will also support recruitment through interviews, skills analysis and initial assessments, help learners secure suitable work placements and build positive employer relationships that encourage repeat business. Alongside learner support, you will contribute to standardisation, internal quality processes and the compliance procedures associated with apprenticeship delivery.

About You

You will bring strong occupational knowledge of Health and Social Care, supported by at least two years' relevant industry experience.

You will be confident managing a caseload, monitoring progress and supporting apprentices and learners in the workplace and through their end-point assessment preparation.

You will hold an appropriate Level 3 occupational qualification or a Level 4 qualification in a related field, together with an assessor award such as D32/33 or A1/2. You will also have a Level 4 teaching qualification, or be willing to work towards one, and hold Level 2 or GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or above.

Self-motivated, organised and resilient, you will be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Strong interpersonal skills and a flexible approach will enable you to build effective relationships with learners, employers and colleagues, while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and supporting a safe, inclusive learning environment.

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

Required

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant occupational area, or a Level 4 qualification in a related field

• Assessor Award D32/33 or A1/2

• Level 4 teaching qualification, such as CTLLS, or willingness to work towards this

• Level 2/GCSE English and maths qualifications at grade C/4 or above

• At least two years' work experience in a relevant Health and Social Care discipline

• Understanding and experience of delivering apprenticeship programmes

• Understanding and experience of apprenticeship compliance procedures

• Self-motivation and the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

• A reflective approach and willingness to embrace new initiatives to improve performance

• Good interpersonal skills and a flexible approach to work

• Motivation and resilience to work effectively with children, young people and vulnerable adults, while maintaining appropriate relationships and professional boundaries

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 Monday 30 th November 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.

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