Beauty Therapy Trainer

Beauty Therapy Trainer

Department: Apprenticeships

Contract Type:  Variable Hours

Salary:  £15.05 to £16.91 per hour

Reference: REC2244 | Closing Date: Monday, 15th September 2025

Variable Hours

This role is offered on a Variable Hours contract for services, giving you the flexibility to choose whether to accept work offered to you. We’ll provide an approximate number of hours you may asked to work, however there is no obligation for work to be offered, and there’s no obligation for you to accept the work offered.

The Opportunity

Based in our friendly Apprenticeships team, you will use your industry experience to support and develop the next generation of beauty professionals. You will deliver high-quality training and guidance across apprenticeships including Beauty Therapist Level 2 and Advanced Beauty Therapist Level 3.

Working closely with both apprentices and employers, you will deliver engaging training sessions and workplace assessments. You will guide our learners from enrolment through to EPA, offering clear feedback to help build their confidence and professional skills. You will track progress, carry out regular reviews, and maintain strong communication with employers to support learner success.

Your role will also involve planning and developing individual training plans, completing skills assessments, and ensuring our apprentices receive tailored support. You will carry out workplace assessments and contribute to quality assurance, curriculum planning and compliance procedures, helping to deliver strong teaching outcomes.

This is a great opportunity to take on a flexible contract, share your creativity in the classroom, and help our learners grow in both confidence and skills.

About You

We are seeking a confident and knowledgeable beauty professional who is ready to support and develop the next generation of therapists. You will need a minimum of a Level 3 qualification in both beauty therapy and nails, along with relevant industry experience gained in salons, spas or similar environments.

You should be organised, approachable and motivated, with strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with learners and employers. You will also need to hold an Assessor Award and have experience of assessing in the workplace.

A good understanding of apprenticeship standards, workplace assessment and the end-point assessment process is important. Experience of delivering apprenticeship programmes, supporting learners through EPA preparation and using virtual learning platforms or e-portfolios would be an advantage.

Most importantly, you will have a genuine passion for helping others succeed, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, industry-relevant training that supports our learners in building their confidence, skills and future careers.

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

Required

·         Level 3 qualifications in both Beauty Therapy and Nail Services

·         Assessor Award (TAQA or equivalent)

·         Level 4 teaching qualification, or a willingness to work towards one

·         GCSEs (or equivalent Level 2 qualifications) in Maths and English

·         Relevant industry experience within the beauty sector, such as salons, spas, or similar professional settings

Reasons to join us

• 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
• Discounted college gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• 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, 15th September 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.