Media Teacher

Job description

Media Teacher
Department: Creative and Digital IndustriesSalary: £30,702 to 34,484 per annumContract Type: Permanent Full time 37 hours per week

Reference: REC2497 | Closing Date: Thursday 10 th September 2026

The Opportunity

Barnsley College is seeking an enthusiastic, creative and industry-focused Teacher in Digital & Creative Media to join our thriving Digital & Creative Industries department.

This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and develop the next generation of digital and creative professionals through the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching across a range of media programmes. Working within a dynamic and supportive team, you will deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment to learners studying vocational and higher education qualifications.

You will teach across Digital & Creative Media courses, supporting learners to develop specialist media skills, creativity and technical knowledge through a variety of exciting projects and industry-relevant activities.

You will contribute to curriculum planning, course delivery, assessment and quality assurance processes while creating an outstanding learning experience that raises aspirations and supports learner success.

Working closely with colleagues, employers and external partners, you will help ensure our curriculum remains relevant, engaging and aligned to the evolving needs of the Digital and Creative Industries sector.

This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference to learners' futures while working within a forward-thinking and innovative college environment.

About You

You will be a passionate and knowledgeable media professional with experience of teaching, assessing or delivering learning within an educational setting.

You will have a strong understanding of Digital & Creative Media and be confident using Adobe Creative Cloud software.

You will be able to deliver engaging and effective learning to a diverse range of students, supporting them to achieve their qualifications and progress into higher education or employment.

You will possess excellent communication and organisational skills and be committed to providing an outstanding learner experience.

You will be enthusiastic about developing innovative teaching practices, building relationships with employers and ensuring learners gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed within the creative sector.

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

Required

• Degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject.
• Teaching qualification (must be willing to work towards PGCE if Level 6 not already held)
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2 qualification)
• Experience of Adobe Creative Cloud software.
• Experience of working within an education setting in a teaching/ assessment capacity (within last 2 years).
• Knowledge of specialist Software: Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Experience of delivering learning to a range of learners.
• Experience of developing learning materials
• A successful record of working with employers to inform curriculum planning.
• Experience of delivering learning to a range of learners.
• Experience of working within the Digital/ Creative industries.

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 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
• 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 Thursday 10 th September 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.

W e 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