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A higher starting salary may be considered in exceptional circumstances.\nReference: REC2540 | Closing Date: Sunday 8th November 2026\nThe Opportunity\n\nAI is changing how we live and work, but not everyone has had the opportunity or confidence to benefit from it.\nBarnsley College is looking for three enthusiastic AI Upskilling Community & Digital Skills Trainers to help change that. As part of an exciting Barnsley-wide AI upskilling project, you will take practical, accessible AI and digital skills learning directly into communities and workplaces across Barnsley.\nWorking with adults from a wide range of backgrounds and starting points, you will help people who may never have used AI before understand how tools such as Microsoft Copilot can support everyday life and work.\nYou will deliver engaging taster sessions, demonstrations and short learning activities covering communication, summarisation, planning and administration, while promoting the safe, responsible and ethical use of AI.\nThe programme is deliberately designed as a low-barrier offer, delivered through community locations, workplaces and a mobile training unit rather than relying solely on conventional classroom provision.\nYou will adapt your delivery for adults with different levels of digital confidence, provide supportive information and guidance, and help participants progress into further digital and AI learning.\nAlongside teaching and learner engagement, you will complete enrolment and attendance records, gather evaluation evidence and learner feedback, develop accessible resources, and work closely with College colleagues, employers and community partners to ensure effective delivery across the borough. \nAbout You\nYou will be a friendly and approachable trainer who can make digital and AI concepts clear, practical and relevant without unnecessary technical jargon.\nConfident using generative AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, you will understand both their opportunities and limitations and be able to reinforce the importance of privacy, security, responsible use and checking AI-generated outputs.\nExperience of delivering training, workshops, demonstrations or skills support to adults is essential, together with the ability to support people who have different levels of digital confidence. You will be organised, flexible and comfortable working across community and employer locations, building positive relationships while maintaining accurate learner and project records. \nBelow is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.\nRequired\nGCSE English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent Level 2 qualifications \nRelevant Level 3 or higher qualification in digital, computing, education, training or a related area, or equivalent occupational experience \nExperience of delivering training, teaching, workshops, demonstrations or skills support to adults \nExperience of supporting people with differing levels of digital confidence or skills \nPractical experience of using generative AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot or comparable tools, for everyday or workplace tasks \nAbility to explain digital and AI concepts in simple, accessible language and facilitate engaging practical learning \nGood communication, organisation and record-keeping skills, with a flexible approach to working across different locations \nWorking knowledge of responsible AI use, including privacy, security, bias and verification of AI-generated outputs\nReasons to join us \nWe offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 55 days per year including bank and public holidays)\nHoliday purchase scheme to buy additional annual leave days\nTeachers’ Pension Scheme\nWe invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days\nCareer advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress \nFree Barnsley College courses to support your professional and personal development (subject to approval)\n24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP\nExclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of YouatWork\nAccess to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield\nDiscounted college gym membership with on-site facilities\nSupporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App\nDiscounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work\nFree Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines\nAccess to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our on-site salon\nOn site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options\nFree breakfast provided daily for all staff members\nOur shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff\nEmployees can enrol on a Barnsley College course of their choice free of charge, supporting both professional and personal development (subject to approval)\nThe Barnsley College Advantage\nWhen you join us, you can expect to benefit from The Barnsley College Advantage. This is the advantage of:\nBeing supported to achieve your personal and professional goals\nA range of flexible working opportunities\nAutonomy, Empowerment and Accountability\nShort- and Long-Term development commitments\nAccess to experiencing work in a range of areas\nWorking in a Value and Behaviour led organisation\nReward and Recognition\nHaving your voice heard at every level\nComprehensive Wellbeing Support\nClosing date for applications isSunday 8th November 2026 - We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.\nJob Description and Person Specification\nApplicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to demonstrate this at the point of appointment. 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