Overview
Activate Learning is excited to invite a dedicated and experienced Barbering Teacher to join our team, where you will play a key role in delivering exceptional teaching and learning experiences to students pursuing the VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Barbering, with 7 hours a week teaching our level 1-2 hairdressing learners as well. This position offers the opportunity to shape the next generation of barbers by equipping students with both practical and theoretical skills necessary for success in the industry.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver lessons that cover the full scope of the barbering curriculum.
- Assess student progress and provide essential support and guidance to help each student reach their potential and prepare for a career in barbering.
- Teach at our Reading College campus; must be available to teach two evenings per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with later starts on other days to compensate.
Role Details
- Location: Reading
- Contract: Permanent at Reading College campus
- Hours: Full-time 37 hours or part-time 29.6 hours per week (0.8 FTE)
- Delivery: 7 hours per week for Level 1-2 hairdressing learners in addition to barbering duties
Requirements / Qualifications
- Level 2 (or higher) qualifications in Barbering and hairdressing are essential.
- Experience in delivering education or training is highly desirable.
- A teaching or assessing qualification would be desirable.
- Up-to-date experience and knowledge of the hairdressing and barbering industries; ability to inspire and motivate learners.
What Activate Learning offers to new Teaching staff
- Three-day mandatory induction programme covering Activate Learning's mission, values and learning philosophy.
- One-day Introduction to Teaching session on teaching, learning and assessment approaches.
- Comprehensive benefits including wellbeing resources, professional development opportunities, and access to on-site facilities.
Benefits and Additional Information
- Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards and wellbeing resources.
- Health and eye-care benefits, pension schemes, and generous annual leave.
- Competitive salaries with annual incremental progression and a twelve-point pay scale for teachers.
- On-site facilities including free parking, refectories, hair and beauty salons, and gym access.
Application Information
Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis with a possibility to interview, appoint and close adverts. Some positions may require health surveillance checks for exposure to hazardous conditions. A DBS check at the appropriate level is required. We are committed to safeguarding and encouraging applications from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. We welcome adjustments at application or interview stage upon request. Recruitment agencies submitting unsolicited CVs have no authority to engage; agencies may contact the Talent Team for partnership engagement.
