Security Trainer

Trainer - Security

Independent Training Services

Salary: £30,702 to 34,484 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent - Full-time 37 hours per week

Starting Salary - Appointments are normally made at the bottom of the salary scale. A higher starting salary may be considered in exceptional circumstances.

Reference: REC2534 | Closing Date: Monday 2nd November 2026

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced security professional with a passion for helping people build confidence, develop new skills and progress into sustainable employment? We are looking for an enthusiastic Trainer - Security to join our Adult Skills Team within Independent Training Services.

In this rewarding role, you will plan and deliver innovative, engaging and motivational learning across security, employability and personal development programmes. You will support learners throughout their journey, from induction and individual guidance through to assessment, achievement and progression into work. You will create high-quality schemes of work, session plans and learning resources, embed English and maths, and ensure themes including safeguarding, Prevent, equality and diversity and British Values are meaningfully included in delivery.

You will assess progress, provide timely developmental feedback and maintain accurate learner records across paper-based and online systems. As a subject specialist, you will bring current knowledge of security, first aid and stewarding qualifications, helping the wider team provide relevant information, advice and guidance. There may also be opportunities to contribute to internal and external quality assurance activity within your specialist areas.

About You

You will be a positive and motivational trainer who can communicate effectively with learners, employers and colleagues at all levels. You will understand the security sector and be confident planning, delivering and assessing practical and classroom-based learning that supports learners to achieve and move closer to employment. You will be organised, adaptable and committed to continuous improvement, with the ability to build appropriate professional relationships and support learners who may display challenging behaviours. You will work effectively as part of a team while managing learner progress, attendance, engagement, outcomes and associated paperwork accurately and on time.

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

Required

• Level 4 teaching qualification e.g. CTLLS (or willingness to work towards)
• L3 Qualification in a relevant subject. E.g. Security
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2 qualification)
• Level 3 Award in Education and Training or equivalent (Assessor award)
• Relevant occupational experience
• Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience delivering security and other courses including employability.
• Experience getting students ready for employment

Reasons to join us

• We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 55 days per year including bank and public holidays)
• Holiday purchase scheme to buy additional annual leave days
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• 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 on-site 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 on-site 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
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support

Closing date for applications is Monday 2nd November 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.

Job Description and Person Specification

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to demonstrate this at the point of appointment. Please note that we are unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position.

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.

We are committed to sustainability, embedding environmentally responsible practices across everything we do and preparing our learners for a low-carbon future. Find out more about our approach: View our Sustainability Strategy

Salary: Salary: £30,702 TO 34,484 per annum