Electrical Installations Trainer
Apprenticeships
Salary: £32,532 to £41,614 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent Full time 37 hours per week
Reference: REC1932 | Closing date: Thursday, 15th May 2025
The Opportunity
As our Electrical Installations Trainer, you'll play a key role in shaping the careers of our future electricians and electrical engineers. You’ll deliver hands-on, high-quality training across various electrical installation courses – from apprenticeships to technical diplomas and industry-recognised qualifications.
Around 25% of your time will be focused on teaching, where you’ll run engaging, industry-relevant lessons that spark enthusiasm and build confidence. The remaining 75% will be spent assessing – supporting learners through practical observations, written assignments, and workplace visits to ensure they gain the technical skills, safety awareness, and professionalism needed for the job.
Your work won’t stop at teaching and assessing. You’ll also design and update learning materials, maintain a safe and modern workshop, and keep up with the latest tools and technologies. Working closely with employers, you’ll help apprentices get the most from their on-the-job training and move forward in their careers.
This is a great chance to put your industry experience to good use in a rewarding role – with great benefits like generous holiday and pension contributions.
About You
We’re looking for someone enthusiastic and experienced who’s passionate about electrical installations and supporting others to learn. If you’ve got industry qualifications – like an NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds – and hands-on experience in installation, maintenance, or testing, you could be a great fit for you.
A teaching or assessor qualification (like a PGCE or Cert Ed) would be a bonus, but it’s not essential. What matters most is your practical knowledge and your ability to inspire others. If you’re not yet qualified to teach, we’ll support you to gain the right training on the job.
You’ll need strong communication skills, the ability to plan engaging sessions, and a commitment to creating a positive, inclusive environment where every student can thrive. You should also be keen to stay up to date with the latest industry trends and bring that real-world insight into your teaching.
Required
• Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installations
• 18th Edition qualification
• Assessor Awards (or willingness to work towards)
• Level 4 teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards)
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
• Free breakfast daily for all staff members.
• 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
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, 15th May 2025. 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.