Employer Engagement Team Leader in Barnsley

Barnsley College has an exciting opportunity for a proactive and motivated Team Leader to join our Employer Engagement team. This role is perfect for an ambitious individual who thrives in a sales driven environment and enjoys building strong relationships with employers across SME, Corporate and Public Sector organisations.

As well as managing and motivating a team, you will play a key role in supporting a team in generating sales leads, securing new business and supporting employers through high quality advice and tailored training solutions. You will work collaboratively with internal teams to promote apprenticeships, bespoke training programmes and wider commercial services ensuring our offer continues to meet employer needs and supports the College's income targets.

You will be instrumental in managing and growing a team in generating apprenticeship cohorts, particularly within the apprenticeship provision, and will support employers to maximise training opportunities for their workforce. This is a dynamic role supporting telemarketing, employer meetings, networking events, presentations and cross department collaboration.

If you are confident, target driven and passionate about managing the Employer Engagement team, access high quality training, apprenticeships and upskilling employers and workforce development solutions, we would love to hear from you.

About You

You will be confident working in a fast paced sales focused environment and comfortable managing a team to support employers at all levels. You will bring excellent communication skills, strong customer service experience and the ability to build positive productive relationships that generate repeat business for the team. You should be self motivated, persuasive and able to spot opportunities for growth while also being organised and capable of managing the team effectively.

You will be confident using ICT systems, able to analyse information and produce clear reports, and have the resilience and drive needed to meet targets and deadlines. A positive, professional and proactive approach is essential, along with the ability to collaborate with colleagues across multiple departments to support the College's wider employer engagement activity.

Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience Required

• GCSE English and maths grade C or above or willingness to work towards.
• 3 years work experience in a fast-paced customer service environment, using a wide range of administrative processes and procedures.
• Experience of managing a team.
• Experience of analysing data and writing and producing reports.
• Evaluating impact and making recommendations.
• Experience of working with a wide range of client groups offering a comprehensive knowledge.

Reasons to join us

• We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 47 days per year including bank and public holidays).
• Holiday purchase scheme to buy additional annual leave days.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous 19.2% employer contribution!
• 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.

Closing date for applications is Sunday, 10th May 2026. 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.