International Manager

International Manager – Student Services
Department: Student Services
Salary: £17,075 to £18,651 per annum (£31,590 to £34,507 full time equivalent)
Contract Type: 1 Year Fixed Term, Part Time

Hours:  20 hours per week

Reference: REC2221 | Closing Date: Monday, 11th August 2025

The Opportunity

You’ll lead the delivery of our annual Turing Scheme, helping our students access inspiring international experiences that support both their learning and personal growth. You’ll take charge of planning and coordinating overseas placements, making sure every trip is safe, well-organised and aligned with our policies. Acting as the main point of contact, you’ll work closely with internal teams and global partners to ensure each opportunity runs smoothly from start to finish.

You’ll oversee every stage of the process – from initial planning and logistics through to evaluation and reporting. Careful budget management will be a key part of your role, along with keeping accurate records and ensuring full compliance with the Turing Scheme’s requirements. Your ability to build strong relationships and manage projects effectively will be essential in delivering successful outcomes for our learners.

Working with curriculum leads, you’ll help identify students who will benefit most from international placements, making sure everyone has equal access to these valuable opportunities. You’ll also organise pre-departure briefings and post-trip debriefs, ensuring our students are fully prepared, supported and able to make the most of their experience abroad. You’ll manage all aspects of risk assessment, safeguarding, travel and insurance to ensure every trip is safe and well-executed.

If you’re someone who enjoys working collaboratively, has a keen eye for detail, and is passionate about creating opportunities for young people, this could be a great opportunity for you to make a real impact.

About You

You’ll need to be a well-organised and proactive individual with a strong background in managing international projects for young people. You’ll have hands-on experience of delivering Erasmus+, Turing, or similar programmes and a solid understanding of the logistics, compliance, and safeguarding considerations involved in overseas mobility schemes.

You’ll be confident in managing and developing strong internal and external partnerships, working effectively with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes. Your experience in budget management will be essential, and you’ll be comfortable handling and interpreting data to support accurate financial and project reporting.

Strong organisation is key, and you’ll bring a clear and thorough communication style—both verbal and written. You’ll have excellent literacy and numeracy skills, with meticulous attention to detail, especially when it comes to preparing written documents and reports. Your ability to collaborate within a complex structure will be important, as you’ll be working closely with curriculum teams, safeguarding leads, finance colleagues, and international partners.

You’ll need to be fully competent in using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams and internet-based tools. Managing multiple priorities, responding to challenges and meeting deadlines will be part of your daily routine, and you’ll do all of this while keeping the student experience at the heart of your work.

Most importantly, you’ll be driven by the opportunity to create life-changing experiences for young people, and you’ll take pride in delivering well-structured, safe, and meaningful international opportunities.

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

Required

·         Level 4 qualification in a relevant subject

·         Level 2 literacy and numeracy (or equivalent)

·         Experience managing Erasmus+, Turing, or similar international projects

·         Experience developing and managing partnerships

·         Experience with budget management, including reporting and compliance

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

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 Monday, 11th August 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.