Accountancy & Finance Trainer

As our Accountancy and Finance Trainer in our friendly Apprenticeships department, you’ll have the chance to make a lasting impact on our apprentices' careers, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the accountancy and finance sector. You will deliver engaging, high-quality training both in the classroom and through work-based learning, ensuring apprentices gain the technical expertise and practical experience to achieve their qualifications and succeed in their careers.

You’ll collaborate closely with apprentices and employers, tailoring training to meet the unique needs of each learner. You will monitor their progress, provide guidance, and ensure they are fully prepared for end-point assessments, helping them build the confidence and expertise needed for the next step in their professional journey.

You’ll also be managing a small caseload of apprentices, assessing their progress regularly, and maintaining strong communication with employers. You will conduct initial skills assessments, assist apprentices in securing work placements, and develop lasting relationships with employers to support ongoing development. Additionally, you will create and update personalised training plans to ensure each apprentice is on the right path.

Focusing mainly on classroom-based delivery, you will teach roll-on, roll-off programmes, including the Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and the Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting, with class sizes ranging from 15–20 learners. You will help apprentices apply classroom knowledge to their workplace roles, ensuring sessions are practical, engaging, and tailored to their learning needs.

This is a great opportunity to make a real impact on our apprentices’ careers, helping them develop the skills and knowledge needed for success in the accountancy and finance sector. You’ll have the chance to share your expertise, working closely with apprentices and employers to create tailored learning experiences that prepare our apprentices for real-world challenges.

Reasons to join us:

• Substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 55 days per year including bank and public holidays)
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous 19.2% employer contribution!
• 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
• Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
• On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options

About you:

We are looking for a motivated and experienced individual with a strong background in accountancy or finance, who is eager to inspire and mentor the next generation of professionals. With practical sector experience, you will bring real-world insights to the classroom and support apprentices in applying their learning to their workplace roles. Your passion for helping learners achieve their qualifications and career aspirations will be at the heart of everything you do.

You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build strong, professional relationships with apprentices, employers, and colleagues. Providing constructive feedback, monitoring progress, and offering guidance will come naturally to you as you help apprentices stay on track and excel in their assessments.

Organisation is key in this role, as you’ll manage a caseload of apprentices, coordinate assessments, and ensure that training is delivered to the highest standard. You’ll tailor your approach to meet the unique needs of each learner, ensuring they receive the support and guidance they need to succeed.

We’re seeking someone proactive and enthusiastic about professional development, who stays ahead of industry trends and best practices. While experience in delivering apprenticeships or vocational training is a plus, your commitment to motivating and supporting our apprentices to reach their full potential is what we value most.

If you’re passionate about the accountancy and finance sector and want to make a lasting impact on our apprentices’ careers, we’d love to hear from you.

Required:

• Teaching qualification (or a willingness to work towards a PGCE if Level 5 is not held)
• NVQ Level 4 or equivalent qualification in a relevant field
• Assessor Awards (D32/33 or A1/2) or equivalent
• GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2 qualifications)
• Proven industry experience in a finance setting, ideally at a supervisory level

Please note you will be directed to the Barnsley College website to complete your application. Closing date for applications is Monday, 6th January 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.