Course Leader for Society Health & Development


Company:	Barnsley College
Salary:	£41,172 to £47,693 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Barnsley, S70 2YW
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	19 Oct 2026
Closing date:	8 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Course Leader to provide day-to-day curriculum leadership and coordination for programmes within Society, Health and Development.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead high-quality provision across areas that may include Access to Higher Education, Pre-Access, Health and Social Care, Peer Mentoring and Counselling, from Tailored Learning through to Level 4.

Working closely with the Programme Manager, you will help maintain high standards of teaching, learning, assessment, learner progress and quality assurance. You will act as the first point of contact for routine course-level matters and escalate significant concerns where appropriate.

You will lead allocated courses and contribute to curriculum review, planning and development, including the creation of new courses, teaching materials and methods of delivery. You will also teach across a range of programmes, plan schemes of work, undertake assessment activities and provide effective tutorial support and guidance to learners.

A key part of the role will be taking responsibility for learner attendance, retention, achievement and success. You will contribute to enrolment and promotional activities, undertake initial and diagnostic assessments and monitor learners’ individual learning plans. The role may also include the line management and development of staff associated with the programmes you lead.

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